Free hands-on activities for students with no/low costs for materials include stories, videos, presentation materials, and career highlights Four modules (Earth, Life, Space, Movement) include 12 inquiry-based lessons designed to support the new science standards and the Common Core. Scenarios highlight STEM applications in satellites, orbital space clutter, energy grids, precision agriculture, global supply chains, aviation, weather forecasting, and conservation. “IDEA” (Inquiry, Discovery, Explanation, Application) pedagogy is used with all lessons incorporating real-time and archived data analysis, online simulations, modeling, and the application of geometry and mathematics. Visit http://www.gps-stem.com/

STEM curriculum focused on fun GPS-based concepts

Built 4 modules; 12 lesson plans submitted
Totals 50-60 hours of classroom time ~1-2 classes per week
Each lesson can be used independently!

Uses STEM “Blended Model” with concepts and real-world applications

Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)
“IDEA” pedagogy: Inquiry, Discovery, Explanation, Application

Presents compelling STEM occupations and a spectrum of cool careers!

Career types and knowledge requirements incorporated within most lessons
Emphasis on real-world problems to explore example career challenges

Highlights heroes from underrepresented demographics

Women and minority pioneers in STEM fields included within various lessons
Emphasis on opportunities across the educational and vocational spectrum of STEM