Please note that for purposes of this research, the term "lecture" is used in a limited sense. According to the researchers: "Following [Donald A. Bligh, author of What's the Use of Lectures?], we ...

Each year, beginning in 2006, the University of Arizona College of Science hosts a lecture series showcasing key speakers who present on a single topic or theme. This year, the series “Searching for ...

Students often call them “weeder” courses. The label suggests these classes simply filter out who belongs in science, ...

STEM faculty and instructors are invited to explore infusing research into course design during the fall TRESTLE Scholar Program. The application deadline is Thursday, May 25. The Center for STEM ...

Harvard Medical School will accredit a new Continuing Education course on stem cell therapies developed by the International Society for Stem Cell Research, launching in spring 2025. The course — ...

Focusing the responsibility for learning on students can be more effective than traditional lectures in improving student achievement in STEM courses, especially for underrepresented minority students ...

The STEM Scholars lectures are designed for the general public. These lectures bring together area K-12 and community college students, faculty, and administrators; local business and industry leaders ...

Math and science teachers have reported increased test scores and engagement in their courses thanks to the hands-on experience from the STEM team. Dividing long-term projects into attainable tasks ...

Introductory STEM courses are more likely to deter minority students from completing a STEM degree than their white classmates. Courses designed to help students decide if a STEM degree is for them ...