STEM COACHING PROGRAM STIMULATES STUDENT ENGAGEMENT

STEM educators from GEAR UP 4 LA schools participated in an interactive professional development in which they learned how to integrate new technology into their lessons to enhance student learning and support their dynamic learning environments. Participants explored ways to use TI-Nspire graphic calculators to engage students and deepen their understanding of abstract concepts in math and science. "This was the first day some of these very talented and motivated teachers had ever even used the calculator and didn't know the technology at all," Texas Instruments Systemic Coach Linda Antinone said. "They caught on quickly, helped each other, and had a lot of great ideas for how students can benefit from this type of technology."