STEM 530 Inquiry in the Earth Sciences: Global Challenges

Earth science literacy encourages all citizens make informed decisions regarding human impacts on earth systems. K-12 educators to develop their conceptual knowledge and understandings of the earth systems through inquiry of our dynamic planet's most pressing global issues such as climate change. K-12 educators also develop an interdisciplinary STEM standards-based curriculum, instruction, and assessments that emphasize the earth and space sciences to equip their students with the knowledge and skills needed to address and navigate the complexities of these scientific and societal issues.