The National Science Foundation (NSF) awarded a $3,259,377 Project Grant under the NSF STEM Education program (CFDA 47.076) to the University of Rochester to establish the Northeast Noyce Professional Learning Network. The project aims to support the growth and development of highly effective K-12 STEM teachers in high-need school districts, particularly among underrepresented student populations. Key activities include:
- Connecting and leveraging the expertise of master STEM teachers to benefit early-career teachers
- Providing over 600 prospective and practicing teachers with high-quality professional learning experiences, such as regional STEM teaching conferences, professional learning communities, video clubs, coaching, and local professional learning institutes
- Connecting over 80 Northeast institutions offering STEM teacher education programs to collectively create the Northeast Noyce Professional Learning Network
The grant also includes a sub-award of an undisclosed amount to the University of Massachusetts Boston to support implementation of the regional professional learning network. Through the funded activities, the project seeks to translate knowledge into solutions by helping teachers adopt evidence-based STEM education practices.
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