May 17, 2026

2026-2027 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog

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2026-2027 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog

Curriculum and Instruction, Ph.D.: STEM Education Track

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About the Curriculum and Instruction, Ph.D.: STEM Education Track

The STEM Education track within the Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction program prepares students by building their epistemological foundations of current knowledge and skills in STEM education, so they may conduct robust research in STEM Education. Graduates will be able to address K-12 and community STEM education needs through asset-based intervention experiences.

Required Courses: (9 hours):

ESTM 6370 - Current Topics and Trends in STEM Education Research 3 Semester Credit Hours
ESTM 6373 - Theories of STEM Education 3 Semester Credit Hours
ESTM 6376 - Philosophy and History of STEM Education 3 Semester Credit Hours

Recommended Courses (9 hours):

ESTM 6371 - Effective Policy Advocacy in STEM Education 3 Semester Credit Hours *
ESTM 6372 - Applied Assessment in STEM Education 3 Semester Credit Hours
ESTM 6374 - STEM Education Assessment, Policy, and Practice 3 Semester Credit Hours *
ESTM 6375 - Professional Development in STEM Education 3 Semester Credit Hours *
ESTM 6380 - Advanced Practicum in STEM Education 3 Semester Credit Hours *
ESTM 6381 - Equity in STEM Education 3 Semester Credit Hours
ESTM 6382 - STEM in Context 3 Semester Credit Hours
ESTM 6399 - STEMinar 3 Semester Credit Hours

Note:

* Required course for the K-12 STEM Education Advocacy Research (Advanced) Graduate Certificate

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