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Pérez, Arnulfo – Journal for Research in Mathematics Education, 2018
This theoretical article describes a framework to conceptualize computational thinking (CT) dispositions--"tolerance for ambiguity," "persistence," and "collaboration"--and facilitate integration of CT in mathematics learning. CT offers a powerful epistemic frame that, by foregrounding core dispositions and practices…
Descriptors: Mathematics Education, Thinking Skills, Secondary School Teachers, Mathematics Teachers
Rotermund, Susan; Burke, Amy – National Science Foundation, 2021
Elementary and secondary science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education is the foundation for students' entry into postsecondary STEM majors as well as a wide variety of STEM occupations. Proficiency in STEM fields is vital to economic growth and international competitiveness and important for all citizens in an increasingly…
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Secondary Education, STEM Education, Educational Indicators
Banilower, Eric R.; Smith, P. Sean; Malzahn, Kristen A.; Plumley, Courtney L.; Gordon, Evelyn M.; Hayes, Meredith L. – Horizon Research, Inc., 2018
The Report of 2018 National Survey of Science and Mathematics Education (NSSME+) details the results of a survey of 7,600 science, mathematics, and computer science teachers in schools across the United States. Areas addressed include: teacher backgrounds and beliefs; science, mathematics, and computer science professional development; science,…
Descriptors: National Surveys, Science Teachers, Mathematics Teachers, Teacher Surveys
Horizon Research, Inc., 2019
This report highlights some of the major findings from the 2018 NSSME+. Six major topical areas are addressed: (1) Teacher Background and Beliefs; (2) Science, Mathematics, and Computer Science Professional Development; (3) Science, Mathematics, and Computer Science Courses; (4) Instructional Decision Making, Objectives, and Activities; (5)…
Descriptors: Science Teachers, Mathematics Teachers, Science Education, Mathematics Education
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Novick, Laura R. – Mathematical Thinking and Learning: An International Journal, 2004
According to the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (2000), children need to learn how to create and use mathematical diagrams to represent and reason about phenomena in the world. The author proposes a model of diagram literacy that includes six types of knowledge required for diagrammatic competence--implicit, construction, similarity,…
Descriptors: Preservice Teachers, Mathematics Teachers, Computer Science, Undergraduate Students
Wagner, Laura – 1984
This paper summarizes a 1982-83 descriptive evaluation of first year implementation of 15 regional teacher service agencies in California, referred to as Teacher Education and Computer Centers (TECCs). Self-report data and case studies from three regions were used to describe the configuration of the centers, their service delivery, and perceived…
Descriptors: Case Studies, College School Cooperation, Computer Literacy, Computer Science Education
Yeotis, Catherine; Nickel, Kenneth – 1983
A survey instrument was sent to state departments of education requesting information on: (1) teacher preparation in science and mathematics education; (2) teacher availability in these areas; (3) secondary science and mathematics curricula; and (4) recommendations for alleviating any shortages of mathematics and science teachers. Responses from…
Descriptors: Computer Science Education, Employment Patterns, Mathematics Teachers, Science Teachers
New York City Board of Education, Brooklyn. Office of Educational Assessment. – 1986
This evaluation report of the Staff Developmnent Program in Science, Mathematics, and Computer Science for 1984-85 contains four chapters. Chapter 1 describes program background and objectives, the scope of the evaluation, and evaluation procedures. These procedures included: (1) memoranda announcing programs; (2) project documents; (3) course…
Descriptors: Computer Science Education, Course Evaluation, Faculty Development, Inservice Teacher Education
Kloosterman, Peter; And Others – 1986
The purpose, design, and results of a study of teacher certification and qualifications for the subjects of science, mathematics, foreign language, and computer learning in Indiana are presented in this document. Sections of the report include: (1) contextual setting (explaining the federal regulations of needs assessments); (2) needs…
Descriptors: Computer Science Education, Elementary Secondary Education, Language Teachers, Mathematics Education