The Guiding Education in Math and Science Network (GEMS-Net) is a research-practice partnership among the University of Rhode Island’s School of Education, scientists, and engineers, and schools and districts throughout the state. GEMS-Net supports STEM teaching and learning for pre-kindergarten through 8th grade. Schools receive ongoing curriculum-based professional learning for all teachers, curricula recommendations that align with the standards, and leadership development for teachers and principals. Additionally, the staff utilizes highly innovative strategies to prepare pre-service elementary and middle school teachers to be exemplary practitioners of STEM education.
At a glance:
- Resource Type: Professional Development
- Audiences: Early Childhood/Pre-K Students, Elementary (K-Grade 5) Students, Middle School (Grades 6-8) Students, Public and/or Private Schools, Teachers/Formal Educators
- Environmental Focus: Animals/Wildlife, Biodiversity, Climate Change/Weather, Ecology, Geology, Habitats/Ecosystems, Plants/Trees/Forests, Water/Watersheds
- Academic Focus: Language Arts/Literacy, Mathematics, Science
