STEM Letter of Endorsement

The need for effective STEM education has never been greater. STEM, or applying science, technology, engineering, and mathematics 实践s to solve real-world problems, has expanded from an industry-driven idea to the foundation of teaching and 学习 in schools across the country.

Program Snapshot

项目类型 格式 学分
Letter of Endorsement 在线 12

Why Study STEM at Wilkes?

Through inquiry and explorations, students learn content while developing the problem solving, critical thinking, collaboration, and communication skills needed in all career paths in the future. Help your students thrive as you develop your STEM instructional 实践. Enroll in the Wilkes University and Discovery Education STEM letter of endorsement 程序.

Approved by the Pennsylvania Dept. of Education, this 12-credit 程序 provides the tools teachers need to plan, design and incorporate STEM strategies into everyday 学习. Upon successful completion, Pennsylvania educators can apply to add the STEM endorsement to their teaching certificate.

What Will You Learn as a STEM Student?

  • You’ll grow your understanding around STEM instruction and leadership.
  • You’ll create and implement STEM activities in your classroom, develop STEM lessons, and integrate authentic assessment strategies into your 实践.
  • You'll also discover how to develop a culture of STEM in your school that can support better 学习 outcomes.

Thank you for your interest in Wilkes University's Graduate Education 程序s! To learn more about our 程序 please complete the form. If you have questions, or wish to discuss your education goals, please contact:

托尼罗马
安东尼.roma@2802800.com
(570) 574-4886

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Program Highlights

Innovative Program

Wilkes offers the only endorsement 程序 coupling academic excellence from a recognized university with Discovery Education's proven expertise in STEM and digital resource 集成. Course designers and faculty members have designed a curriculum that is both relevant and practical, allowing for immediate career application.

Convenient 在线 Learning

The 12-credit, four-course 程序 is offered in a convenient online format. 课程 are held in accelerated, seven-week sessions, meaning you can complete the letter of endorsement 程序 in about eight months, all while focusing on one course at 一次.

Hands-On Learning

Work with a supportive mentor who will help you implement STEM teaching, 学习 and outreach in your district. Field experiences take place at a school near you – no travel to campus required.

学费 & 援助

学费 for graduate 程序s in education for the 2024-25 academic year is $571 per credit, or $1,713 每一个课程. Deferment is available for employers who reimburse tuition and financial aid is available for those who qualify.

职业生涯 & 结果

Graduates of our 程序 achieve success as STEM leaders within their districts, helping to improve curriculum or implement innovative 实践s into their classrooms. 外 of teaching, graduates with advanced degrees and a STEM letter of endorsement can explore paths in academic publishing and assessment, helping to write and develop STEM activities for students.

Job Titles: STEM Coordinator, STEM Leader, STEM Specialist, STEM Education Writer, Educational Consultant

Instructional 媒体 MS

课程 in the STEM 程序 can be applied to the online master's degree in Instructional 媒体. This 30-credit degree prepares teachers to engage today's students through digital media and education technology. Become a specialist who can effectively blend academic rigor with the latest technology, from video to Web 2.0 to virtual field 旅行. The degree is a joint effort of Wilkes and Discovery Education.