The Inclusive STEM Teaching Project, a National Science Foundation grant-funded program, is designed to advance the awareness, self-efficacy, and ability of STEM faculty, postdocs, graduate students, and staff to cultivate inclusive learning environments for all of their students. Our massive open online course (MOOC) features pedagogy that centers identity through asynchronous content and local learning […]
Read MoreThe virtual 2021 University of Utah Science & Engineering Fair took place March 9-11, 2021. The virtual format was a challenge, and we would like to thank the parents, teachers, judges, sponsors, and countless others who made this event a success. Congratulations, students! Over 330 students (grades 5-12) participated in the fair. Senior division ISEF finalists […]
Read MoreFaculty may wish to include a Code of Conduct quiz at the start of a course. Here is an example where a student would be expected to answer “true” to these statements: 1). I understand that I am permitted to work with peers on [specific types of assignments]. I also understanding that I am allowed […]
Read MoreCurrent as of 7/20/2020 Department of Chemistry Code of Conduct The Department of Chemistry takes academic integrity very seriously. Violations of the student code of conduct erode the equitable learning environment that we strive for in all of our courses. Therefore, we are requiring all students in our courses to agree to the […]
Read MoreBelow are statements related to inclusivity that you may consider incorporating into your syllabus: It is my intent that students from all diverse backgrounds and perspectives be well served by this course, that students’ learning needs be addressed both in and out of class, and that the diversity that students bring to this class be […]
Read MoreBelow is a copy of a letter that was shared with USEF students, parents, and teachers: March 13, 2020 Dear Fellow Scientists, Thank you for your passion and commitment to science. As you may have heard by now, we have rescheduled competition for the elementary and junior divisions of USEF for May 18-20, and we are hoping […]
Read MoreThe Center for Science & Mathematics Education (CSME) is carefully monitoring the COVID-19 situation and modifying operations in accordance with current guidelines for social distancing. Please note the following changes to CSME operations:: Office Hours Many CSME staff are telecommuting and are not available for drop-in visits. Please contact them directly, or email outreach@csme.utah.edu for […]
Read MoreThe Learning Assistant (LA) program looks forward to working with four computer science students on their 2020 capstone projects. These students will develop a system for streamlining the placement of LAs in different courses, based on course needs and student availability. We welcome: Mathew Beseris, a Computer Science major graduating in Fall 2020 Emilee Hale, […]
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