STEM PreK-12 research projects are those that involve students in grades preschool through 12 and their teachers that focus on STEM learning, development, college preparedness, and college access. Teacher-related projects are primarily focused on in-service teacher professional development.
- Engineers’ Foundation
- USC STEM faculty in partnership with USC students build an innovative curriculum that is aligned with K-12 curriculum standards. The new curriculum also aims at broadening the knowledge of K-12 teachers in engineering and computer science. USC faculty combine various cutting-edge research performed in their labs into the K-12 curriculum. Students get hands-on experience working on the latest technologies, inspiring interest and enhancing knowledge in STEM programs. Learn More
- Enhancing Early Childhood Educators’ Knowledge of Computer Science and Engineering Concepts to Spark Young Children’s Interest in STEM Careers
- Research in education has time and again proven that quality experiences with science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) in the pre-kindergarten years pave the way for learning about computer science and engineering in K-12 classrooms. It is also an essential way to attract more students to STEM careers. This 3-year project aims to reduce the gap in teachers’ capacity to support young children’s STEM content knowledge by providing a series of high-quality education resources and materials such as. Learn More
- Robotics & Coding Academy
- The USC Robotics & Coding Academy (RCA) is a highly original and effective robotics intervention designed specifically for 3 rd – 5 th graders at neighboring schools, 32nd St./USC Magnet School, Dr. Theodore T. Alexander Jr. Science Center School, and Foshay Learning Center. Learn More