Elementary Science-Technology-Engineering-Mathematics (STEM) Education, Certificate
Program Directors: Kristy Calo, Ph.D. calo@hood.edu; 301-696-3463 and Rebecca Grove, Ph.D. grove@hood.edu; 301-696-3172
The Hood College Certificate in Elementary Science-Technology-Engineering-Mathematics (STEM) Education consists of 15 credits and is intended for currently certified elementary teachers interested in developing a special expertise in the area of STEM education and teaching.
Application Requirements
Submit one official transcript reflecting the highest degree conferred. Qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview with the program director of Curriculum and Instruction or the program coordinator in the Concentration area. Program expectations and requirements are explained to the applicant at this time. In addition, applicants must produce an acceptable writing sample during the interview process.
Requirements for the Certificate (15 credits):
Required:
| EDUC 502 | Technology for Literacy,Leadership & Learning | 3.0 |
| EDUC 540 | Modern Science Methods | 3.0 |
| EDUC 545 | Modern Mathematics Methods | 3.0 |
| EDUC 553 | Foundations of Elementary STEM (Science-Technology-Engineering-Mathematics) Education | 3.0 |
| EDUC 597ST | STEM Capstone Activity | 3.0 |
Alternate methods courses may be substituted for EDUC 540 and EDUC 545 with program director approval.