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The DREAM STREAM TEAM: Supporting Schools with STREAM Ambassadors

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Session description

The University of Virginia's College at Wise is home to STREAMWISE, a multi-faceted STREAM outreach program in the heart of the Appalachian mountains of Southwest Virginia. During this session, you will learn how college students are supporting classrooms AND inspiring students to explore futures in STREAM careers!

Outline

Since this is a poster, this timeline will be repeated as groups move through the session area.

Introduction to STREAMWISE and the STREAM Ambassador program-10 minutes

STREAMWISE programming and supported initatives-10 minutes

What do the STREAM Ambassadors gain from this experience? 5-7 minutes

Questions 3-5 minutes

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Supporting research

STREAMWISE was heavily influenced by the work of a non profit called STREAMWORKS Education. Our student intern model was based on their interns. https://www.streamworkseducation.org/

Zaniewski, A.M., Reinholz, D. Increasing STEM success: a near-peer mentoring program in the physical sciences. IJ STEM Ed 3, 14 (2016). https://doi.org/10.1186/s40594-016-0043-2

The Role of Robotics Competitions in Advancing STEM Education, https://www.roboticscareer.org/news-and-events/news/62602

Ribeirinha, T., Baptista, M., & Correia, M. (2024). Investigating the Impact of STEM Inquiry-Based Learning Activities on Secondary School Student’s STEM Career Interests: A Gender-Based Analysis Using the Social Cognitive Career Framework. Education Sciences, 14(10), 1037. https://www.mdpi.com/2227-7102/14/10/1037

GUNTER, A., & POLIDORI, G. (2024). STEM Graduation Trends and Educational Reforms: Analyzing Factors and Enhancing Support. American Journal of STEM Education, 1. https://ojed.org/STEM/article/view/7026

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Presenters

Heather Askea

STREAM Outreach Coordinator

UVAWise

Session specifications

Topic:

Student Engagement and Agency

Grade level:

PK-12

Audience:

Higher Ed, School Level Leadership, Teacher

Attendee devices:

Devices not needed

Subject area:

Computer Science, Interdisciplinary (STEM/STEAM)

ISTE Standards:

For Students:
Empowered Learner

Understand fundamental concepts of how technology works, demonstrate the ability to choose and use current technologies effectively, and are adept at thoughtfully exploring emerging technologies.

Knowledge Constructor

Build knowledge by actively exploring real-world issues and problems, developing ideas and theories and pursuing answers and solutions.

Creative Communicator

Publish or present content that customizes the message and medium for their intended audiences.

TLPs:

Develop Expertise, Prioritize authentic experiences