{"product_id":"teaching-integrated-stem-in-middle-school-9781626713079","title":"Teaching Integrated Stem in Middle School","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eTeaching Integrated STEM in Middle School\u003c\/i\u003e is a valuable resource for educators, researchers, and policymakers who are committed to furthering integrated STEM education. Through a review of the literature on the topic, the volume offers a clear understanding of the impact of integrated STEM education on instructors' teaching practices and student outcomes. The book presents a framework and instructional guide that educators can utilize to develop new curricular materials. Two sample units--focused on designing a two-stage water filter and formulating sunscreen--provide step-by-step guidance for lesson implementation and offer strategies for assisting students as they use engineering models to devise design solutions. \u003ci\u003eTeaching Integrated STEM in Middle School\u003c\/i\u003e also outlines future research directions that are essential for the advancement of integrated STEM education. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eGuzey, S. Selcen:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - S. Selcen Guzey is a professor of science education in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction in the College of Education at Purdue University. Her research and teaching focus on integrated STEM education, with particular emphasis on supporting K-12 science teachers in bringing engineering into the classroom. Guzey has created numerous curriculum materials and led professional development programs to help teachers implement interdisciplinary STEM instruction.","brand":"Purdue University Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52078215004434,"sku":"9781626713079","price":43.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_3750271c-4b23-41e3-955a-8683a5e30095.jpg?v=1772536288","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/teaching-integrated-stem-in-middle-school-9781626713079","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}