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Jenny Knight – Hugo Rossi Lecture (Feb 23)

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<<Hugo Rossi Lecture Series Improving student learning through understanding reasoning and problem solving practices Jenny Knight – University of Colorado, Boulder February 23, 2017 This presentation is co-hosted by CSME and the Department of Biology. Abstract: Classroom practices affect student behavior, and by extension, their learning.  Through studying how students discuss clicker questions in active learning classrooms, […]

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January 7, 2017

Cynthia Passmore – Hugo Rossi Lecture (Feb 2)

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<<Hugo Rossi Lecture Series Learning about versus figuring out: Engaging students in the practice of modeling in the science classroom Cynthia Passmore – University of California, Davis February 2, 2017 Co-hosted by CSME and the College of Education Abstract: In America’s diverse classrooms, teachers of science are being asked to attend to and foster student reasoning […]

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January 6, 2017

STEM Mentors course offered Spring 2017

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  Science Communication and Mentoring Skills for the Next Generation will be offered in Spring, 2017. Registration is now open!   This popular undergraduate course, known as “STEM Mentors”, gives students the opportunity to learn science teaching and communication skills while raising the level of awareness and enthusiasm for science in elementary school classrooms.   […]

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January 4, 2017

Jordan Gerton receives Distinguished Teaching Award

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Jordan Gerton, CSME Director, has been awarded the University’s Distinguished Teaching Award. This is one of the University’s highest faculty awards for teaching. It recognizes outstanding teaching, innovative pedagogy, concern for students, and exemplary contributions to the education process outside of the classroom. Additional information about the University Distinguished Teaching Award is available here. Congratulations, […]

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January 1, 2017

L’Oreal fellowship opportunity for women in STEM

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  The L’Oreal-UNESCO For Women in Science program will award five US women postdoctoral scientists with grants of $60,000 each for their contributions to STEM and commitment to serving as role models for younger generations. Applications are being accepted through February 3, 2017. View the program’s website for more information.

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December 16, 2016

Lauren Barth-Cohen leads CSME Exchange (Jan 12)

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The Center for Science and Mathematics Education (CSME) is pleased to present the CSME Exchange, an interactive brown bag discussion for UofU faculty, instructors and staff. The next CSME Exchange is: Possible models for a STEM education research graduate program Lauren Barth-Cohen, University of Utah (College of Education) Thursday, Jan 12, 2017 INSCC room 345  12-1pm Lunch will […]

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December 15, 2016

Jennifer Heemstra leads CSME Exchange (Dec 8)

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The Center for Science and Mathematics Education (CSME) is pleased to present the CSME Exchange, an interactive brown bag discussion for UofU faculty, instructors and staff. The next CSME Exchange is: Can we promote student success by embracing short-term failure?   Jennifer Heemstra, University of Utah (Chemistry) Thursday, Dec 8, 2016 INSCC room 345  12-1pm Lunch will […]

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November 21, 2016

College of Science Internship Symposium (Dec 2)

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Join us as we celebrate the accomplishments of the Fall 2016 College of Science Internship Program. Each participating student will give a brief presentation describing the outcomes of his/her internship experience. Friday, December 2, 2016 in INSCC auditorium (rm 110) 3pm Program 4pm Reception This event is open to the general public and all members of the campus community. […]

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November 7, 2016

David Goldenberg leads CSME Exchange (Nov 10)

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The Center for Science and Mathematics Education (CSME) is pleased to present the CSME Exchange, an interactive brown bag discussion for UofU faculty, instructors and staff. The next CSME Exchange is: An Integrated Science Core Curriculum? Possibilities and Challenges     David Goldenberg, University of Utah (Biology) Thursday, November 10, 2016 INSCC room 110  12-1pm Lunch will be […]

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October 26, 2016