STEM Education

Purpose

This STEM Education Area of Distinction is designed for those who are interested in the in-depth study of pedagogical and technological knowledge and skills that are useful in implementing an integrated approach to teaching STEM concepts in the classroom. Candidates study research-based practices to acquire knowledge and skills needed for educating students in four specific disciplines: science, technology, engineering and mathematics in an interdisciplinary and applied approach. 

Program Competencies

The program competencies adopted for the certificate program reflect the INTASC Standards and Next Generation Science Standards.

Course Requirements

STEM Education Course Requirements

MED 7712Curriculum Development

3

MED 7814Problem-based Learning

3

MED 7815Innovations in Teaching

3

MED 7817Professional Studies

3

MED 7819Design, Build, and Test

3

Qualifications for Certificate

To qualify for the Graduate Certificate in STEM Education, a candidate must successfully complete the five 3­credit courses listed above (15 credit hours) with a GPA of at least a 3.0.  Because of rapid changes in the field, we recommend that the certificate be completed within two years.

Candidates completing the five STEM Education courses listed above with a GPA of 3.00 will, upon application to the Wilmington University Office of the Registrar, be issued a Wilmington University Graduate Certificate in STEM Education. Applications may be found on the Wilmington University Registrar’s webpage.

NOTE

Completion of this certificate does not qualify the recipient for a license or certification in Delaware, since there is no relevant Delaware license or certificate.