This graduate certificate is designed for classroom teachers who have a minimum of
a bachelor's degree and want to strengthen science, technology, engineering and mathematics
(STEM) education in their classroom or develop informal and/or formal STEM education
programs.
This program prepares you to become a STEM education leader in your classroom, on
your team and in your district. You will learn innovative technologies and pedagogy
for teaching and writing STEM curriculum.
Successful completion of this certificate program requires 12 credit hours (four courses)
of graduate-level coursework in science and mathematics education. Credit hours are transferable to additional graduate degree programs.
Courses in this fully online program are delivered through Canvas, OSU's online learning platform. We facilitate peer-to-peer collaboration and community
building using technology.
Required (12 credit hours):
SMED 5050: Seminar in Integrated Mathematics and Science Applications
SMED 5313: Introduction to K-12 Engineering Education
SMED 5323: Technology for the K-12 STEM Educator
SMED 5333: Developing Informal and Formal STEM Programs in Schools
Transcripts from all previously attended institutions (undergraduate degree from an
accredited university with a minimum 3.0 GPA required; admission with qualifications
may be considered)
Goal statement
Academic vita/resume
Cost
Oklahoma State University offers an affordable single rate for graduate students in
online degree and certificate programs.