Integrative STEM Education: Leading Experiential Learning (Dr. Mary Annette Rose, Ball State)

Dr.Mary Annette Rose, Associate Professor of Educational Studies at Ball State University, delves into the critical need for integrating STEM education across various disciplines. Dr. Rose shares her insights on the challenges facing STEM education in the U.S., emphasizing the importance of breaking down subject silos and fostering a culture of collaboration and problem-solving in schools. She discusses the importance of enlisting all school personnel to help develop the appropriate experiential learning culture.  She offers practical strategies for educators and school leaders, highlighting successful examples of integrative STEM education in action. She has a passion for preparing students for a future where interdisciplinary knowledge and evidence-based decision making are key. Contact Dr. Michael A. Newsome, Show Host, at: [email protected] Lab 9 Integrative STEM Education: Leading Experiential Learning (Dr. Mary Annette Rose, Ball State) South Carolina Governor's School for Science and Mathematics Crystal McGee | SC Governor's School for Science and Mathematics - Co-host and Interviewer. Crystal McGee is a biology instructor for the residential program at the South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics (SCGSSM), one of the United States’ top public STEM schools. Crystal is currently teaching AP biology and a mentored research course, and has plans to offer advanced beyond-AP electives after her first year. She has a passion for teacher professional development. After earning a PhD in Chemistry with a specialty in Biochemistry from the University of South Carolina - Columbia in 2019, Crystal began teaching secondary science in the South Carolina public school system. In August of 2023, Crystal joined SCGSSM as a biology instructor. In addition to teaching biology and mentoring students on research projects, Crystal serves her students by acting as an advisor of for Science Olympiad and other clubs at the SCGSSM.Michael Newsome, PhD | SC Governor's School for Science and Mathematics - STEM Lab Host. E-mail: [email protected] LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/michaelanewsome Michael A Newsome is the Vice President of Academics at the South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics, one of the United States' top public STEM schools. Michael oversees curriculum and instruction in the school’s three residential and online academic programs that serve the most talented and motivated students from across the state of South Carolina. Michael manages the operations of the school's faculty and academic service offices such as the registrar, research and inquiry, college counseling, student success, and academic teams and competitions. Michael also teaches economics, finance, and entrepreneurship. Before coming to the Governor’s School in 2016, Michael was a tenured Full Professor of Economics at Marshall University. There, Michael taught undergraduate, masters, and doctoral classes and worked as MBA Director. Michael has taught economics at universities and secondary institutions around the world and has published research in several sub-disciplines of economics. Michael’s primary professional specialty is the management of institutional change, with a particular focus on designing, piloting, and implementing new and efficient value-adding policies and programs. STEM Lab | SC Governor's School for Science and Mathematics - Institutional website for the podcast.Mary Annette Rose | Ball State University - Guest on Episode 9.SC Governor's School for Science and