ABSTRACT

STEM Education for High-Ability Learners: Designing and Implementing Programming focuses on the rigorous articulation of quality STEM education programming to develop STEM talent among high-ability and gifted learners. The intent of this book is to provide a comprehensive resource for educators designing and implementing each of the supports within STEM education by providing a discussion of each critical component for inclusion in a planned, coherent, and high-quality sequenced system. This edited volume provides a cutting-edge discussion of best practices for delivering STEM education by experts in the field. The contributing authors provide a differentiated discussion and recommendations for the learning experiences of gifted students in STEM education programs.

part I|160 pages

Foundational Theories, Research, and Best Practices in STEM Education

chapter Chapter 1|14 pages

State Residential STEM Schools

A Case Study

chapter Chapter 4|21 pages

T is for Technology Education

Developing Technological Talent and Skill Through Curriculum and Practice

chapter Chapter 5|13 pages

E is for Engineering Education

Cultivating Applied Science Understandings and Problem-Solving Abilities

part II|101 pages

Applications to School-Based Practice With Gifted Education

chapter Chapter 13|17 pages

Integrating the Arts and Creativity in STEM Education

Emerging Talent Using STEAM