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Overview. Project Lead the Way (PLTW) is re-energizing STEM education at middle schools and high schools throughout the country, providing students with 21st century skills. Innovation Zone. =.

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  1. Overview Project Lead the Way (PLTW) is re-energizing STEM education at middle schools and high schools throughout the country, providing students with 21st century skills.

  2. Innovation Zone = The PLTW Innovation Zone (aka the classroom) is an engaging and thought-provokingspace, where students develop critical thinking skills through hands-on project-based learning, preparing them to take on real-world challenges.

  3. Innovation Zone Innovation Zone Characteristics • Cutting-edge technology, equipment and materials • Collaboration • Problem-solving rather than lectures • Relevant subject matter • Invested teachers • A-G Approved

  4. Innovation Zone Innovation Zones Are Idea Factories • Discovering a new “patented” biofuel process • Designing alternate housing projects • Testing cutting edge wind turbines • Programming robotics • Conducting DNA gel electrophoresis.

  5. September 29, 2011 Engineering Pathways to Success Rendee Dore’ PLTW Regional Center Coordinator San Jose State University College of Engineering

  6. Engineering Pathways to Success Initiative • Not enough U.S./California talent to fill engineering needs and fuel innovation engine • Not enough students are exposed to engineering in high school • Students not motivated/not prepared to study engineering

  7. Engineering Pathways to Success • A partnership between San Jose State University, the corporate sector, and schools and districts • Produce more “home-grown” engineers to drive innovation economy • There are 325,000 public high school students in 11-county Bay Area • 50% are underrepresented minorities (non-white, non-Asian)

  8. Increase the number, diversity and preparedness of students in the 11-county Bay Area who enter and successfully complete baccalaureate engineering programs • Improve and activate integrated pathways from middle school to college graduation with engineering degrees

  9. PLTW California State University Regional Centers • San Jose State University , Dr. Emily Allen, Associate Dean, College of Engineering • Cal Poly Pomona, Dr. Cordelia Ontiveros, Associate Dean, College of Engineering • Cal State East Bay, Dr. Oscar Wambuguh, Professor Biomedical • San Diego State University, Dr. Bruce Westermo, Associate Dean, College of Engineering • Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, Stacey Breitenbach, Assistant Dean, College of Engineering • Cal State San Bernardino, Dr. Joseph Scarcella, Professor of Education • Cal State Chico , Teresita Curiel, College of Engineering, Computer Science & Construction Management • Cal State Bakersfield

  10. Strong partnerships with colleges, corporations and philanthropic organizations ensure coursework is relevant and classes are equipped with up to date technology and equipment PLTW Program support A sustainable curriculum The program is continually energized with new talent and fresh thinking Inclusivity

  11. Middle School Gateway To Technology

  12. Gateway To Technology MS • Design and Modeling • Solid modeling software introduces students to the design process. • Automation and Robotics • Students trace the history, development, and influence of automation and robotics. • Energy and the Environment • Students investigate the importance of energy in our lives and the impact that using energy has on the environment. • Flight and Space • Aeronautics, propulsion, and rocketry. • Science of Technology • Impact of science on technology throughout history. • Magic of Electrons • Students unravel the mystery of digital circuitry.

  13. High School Pathway To Engineering

  14. Pathway To Engineering HS • Introduction to Engineering Design (IED) • 3D computer modeling software; study of the design process • Principles of Engineering (POE) • Exploration of technology systems and engineering processes • Digital Electronics (DE) • Use of computer simulation to learn the logic of electronics

  15. Aerospace Engineering (AE) Aerodynamics, astronautics, space-life sciences, and systems engineering Biotechnical Engineering (BE) Biomechanics, genetic engineering, and forensics. Civil Engineering and Architecture (CEA) Students collaborate on the development of community-based building projects Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM) Robotics and automated manufacturing; production of 3-D designs. Engineering Design and Development (EDD) Teams of students, guided by community mentors, research, design, and construct solutions to engineering problems. Pathway To Engineering HS

  16. High SchoolBiomedical Sciences

  17. Biomedical Sciences HS • Principles of the Biomedical Sciences (PBS) • Study of human body systems and health conditions • Human Body Systems (HBS) • Exploring science in action, students build organs and tissues on a skeletal manikin and play the role of biomedical professionals to solve medical mysteries. • Medical Interventions (MI) • Investigation of interventions involved in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of disease. • Biomedical Innovation (BI) • Students design innovative solutions for the health challenges of the 21st century

  18. Program Approval for UC/CSU Requirements • D approval • Engineering Research and Development • F approval • Introduction to Design  • G approval • Introduction to Engineering Design • Principles of Engineering • Digital Electronics • Aerospace Engineering • Civil Engineering/ Architecture • Computer Integrated Manufacturing • Biotech Engineering • Engineering Design and Development

  19. PLTW Growth in California Schools 5 Schools

  20. PLTW Growth in Bay Area Schools 3 Schools 3 Schools

  21. Ethnic demographics for comparison to Bay Area PLTW classes

  22. Gender demographics for comparison to Bay Area PLTW classes

  23. Bay Area PLTW Schools: 2010-11

  24. New Bay Area PLTW Schools: 2011-12

  25. Upcoming PLTW Events October 7, 2011 PLTW General Counselor Workshop January 5, 2012 PLTW Showcase, Intro. to PLTW Meeting April PLTW Competition May: Best Practices for PLTW Fall 2012 Implementers June 17 – 29 SJSU Center PLTW Summer Teacher Institute During the year – Ad hoc PLTW instructor meetings

  26. ARUBA Networks

  27. The Facts 350,000 students in more than 4,000 schools in all 50 states and the District of Columbia Over 13,000 teachers trained More than 100 University relationships, including Duke University, University of Minnesota, California State University Partnerships with Fortune 100 and 500 companies, and forward-thinking philanthropic organizations, including Autodesk, Intel, General Electric and Kern Family Foundation Inclusivity

  28. PLTW DELIVERS RESULTS Better results in college 97% of participating seniors intend to pursue a 4-year degree or higher (vs. 67% nationally) 90% of PLTW alumni have higher retention rates in college STEM programs Increases participation in STEM majors 95% HS seniors say they are preparing for STEM jobs 57% intend to attend graduate school 80% plan to study engineering, technology or computer science in college 5 times more likely to graduate from college in STEM majors

  29. Join Us In Helping To Lead The Way Vision: To ignite the spark of ingenuity, creativity and imagination within students Helping America and Silicon Valley succeed in the increasingly high-tech and high-skill global economy Develop STEM pathways in SV schools Visitwww.pltw.org or www.pltwca.org (CA) to learn more Summary

  30. Local PLTW Programs: John Denevan San Jose High School PLTW Program Coordinator PLTW San Jose Unified School District Delegate Steve Motter Burnett Middle School GTT Instructor

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