Title

Engaging Stem: Service-Learning, Technology, Science Education And Community Partnerships

Abstract

To stimulate student interest in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) disciplines, the University of Central Florida (UCF) partnered with the Crooms Academy of Information Technology (CAIT), a public magnet high school that emphasizes technology education for a diverse student population. Using digital tools and a service-learning model, UCF chemistry and biology students partnered with CAIT students to debunk science myths, perform laboratory experiments, and engage in an experiential oyster reef restoration project. This chapter provides an overview of project activities, implementation and the value of using technology. Challenges are detailed to offer a model for future community partnerships. The chapter concludes with a set of best practices for future projects. © 2011, IGI Global.

Publication Date

12-1-2011

Publication Title

Higher Education, Emerging Technologies, and Community Partnerships: Concepts, Models and Practices

Number of Pages

51-56

Document Type

Article; Book Chapter

Personal Identifier

scopus

DOI Link

https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-60960-623-7.ch005

Socpus ID

84898254003 (Scopus)

Source API URL

https://api.elsevier.com/content/abstract/scopus_id/84898254003

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