BoilerSteam Module Description
Modules
Six online modules are available for teachers and educators to learn how to develop integrated STEM lessons. To gain access to the modules, please register for access to a Google Classroom containing the modules and additional materials
STEM Integration through AFNR Modules:
- Module 1: Introduction to STEM Integration
An overview of what STEM integration means and how it can be applied in your classroom.
- Module 2: STEM & Ag Disciplines
Breaking down what STEM and AFNR means, including "ways of thinking" for each discipline.
- Module 3: Role of Culture, Community, and Careers
Explore how your community, different cultures, and careers can add contextualization to your lessons.
- Module 4: Levels of Integration in STEM & AFNR
Take a deep dive into what it means to integrate STEM & AFNR at various levels like exploring, developing, and advancing.
- Module 5: Agroecosystem Thinking vs. STEM Through AFNR Model
Look at two different models to integration—compare how they can be applied in your setting.
- Module 6: Assessing Integrating STEM Outcomes
To wrap up, learn how you can assess you students integrated STEM learning outcomes.
Scientific Reasoning: Crime Scene Investigation Series
- Scientific Reasoning Module 1
- Scientific Reasoning Module 2
- Scientific Reasoning Module 3
- Scientific Reasoning Module 4
- Citizen Detectives
Scientific Reasoning: Food Fraud Series
- Sci Reasoning: Food Fraud Module 1
- Sci Reasoning: Food Fraud Module 2 Part 1
- Sci Reasoning: Food Fraud Module 2 Part 2
- Sci Reasoning: Food Fraud Module 3
- Sci Reasoning: Food Fraud Module 4
Content Expert Modules:
- Hydroponics
Dr. Petrus Langenhoven covers how to get started with a hydroponics system, discussing topics like lighting, nutrition, crop choices and more.
- Food Safety & Science
Dr. Betty Feng discusses the importance of food science and safety, various ways your students can be involved, and ways to make this topic accessible in your classroom.
- Agricultural Robotics & Sensors
Dr. Roger Tormoehlen introduces a number of agricultural technologies and sensors to enhance your project using data collected through various sensors like lighting, nutrients, and more.