Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics (STEAM) Certificate

Program Description

The Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics (STEAM) Education Certificate provides teachers with the ability to infuse STEAM practices in their classrooms. STEAM is a transdisciplinary approach for engaging all learners to solve real-world problems. This Certificate is appropriate for K-12 teachers of all content areas.

Summary of Certificate Requirements

The STEAM Education Certificate requires the completion of a four-course (12 credit-hour) sequence outlined below.

Coursework

• ED 8700 - STEAM Instructional Design 3 Credits  
• ED 8710 - STEAM Transdisciplinary Teaching 3 Credits  
• ED 8720 - STEAM Enacted and Evaluated 3 Credits  
• ED 8730 - STEAM Assessment 3 Credits  

Outcomes, Learning Objectives, and Graduation Requirements

The STEAM Education certificate builds a conceptual foundation that prepares teachers, instructional coaches and technology integration specialists to design and implement STEAM instruction in classrooms using a transdisciplinary approach. This certificate program is designed to meet outcomes such as:

• Conceptualize STEAM education through the adoption of a research-based instructional model
• Design a STEAM instructional unit focused on authenticity, relevance, inquiry, and problem-based learning 
• Explore and integrate student-centered technologies in STEAM teaching, learning and assessment
• Develop formative and summative assessments aligned with STEAM learning objectives
• Implement and reflect on STEAM teaching