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Introduction
The STEM Academy is a comprehensive K-12 program that features global partners in education. Included in every STEM Academy package is unlimited electronic course content, laboratory equipment, software, teacher and student certification, mentor program as well as teacher professional development and training required to deliver the curriculum.
Learning Management System
The STEM Academy Learning Management System was developed in an easy to use online platform which teachers and students can learn quickly. The electronic course format is being used in over 50,000 organizations by 1,800,000 instructors supporting over 29 million student users in 175 countries.
This includes school, business, and governmental organizations of all size. The STEM Academy provides on-site training for instructors and administrators on best practices relative to the utilization of our Learning Management and Student Profile performance tracking systems.
The secure electronic online course format delivery allows for students to be able to access course content remotely if required. The recommended course delivery method is instructor led, however courses can be delivered and administered online.
Courses include:
Electronic textbook access
Electronic PowerPoint's
Streaming video and audio resource links
National science, technology, engineering and math standards
Detailed multi level course outlines
Course objectives
Teacher preparation description
Activity resources needed
Detailed learning activities
Electronic assessments with automatic grading
Student reporting with percentages
Objective and standards mastery reporting
Detailed course, unit and activity timelines
Laboratory equipment
.The STEM Academy includes classroom tested laboratory equipment that supports its innovative curriculum. The laboratory equipment is easy to use and is often configured for multiple lessons and station use.
Included in each initial purchase of The STEM Academy is:
Introduction to Engineering components
Introduction to Engineering accessories
Introduction to Engineering precision measurement objects
Introduction to Engineering precision measurement tools
Introduction to Engineering vehicle design kits
Engineering Technology components
Engineering Technology accessories
Engineering Technology instrumentation
Sustainable Design Methods components
Sustainable Design Methods accessories
Sustainable Design Methods instrumentation
Principles of Engineering trebuchet design kits
Principles of Engineering components
Principles of Engineering accessories
Principles of Engineering instrumentation
General Fabrication Methods station tools
General Fabrication Methods laboratory tools
Additional laboratory equipment and specialty equipment is available by contacting the STEM Academy.
Laboratory furniture is available by contacting the STEM academy.
Software
The STEM Academy features an extensive list of 3D software programs and resources. Students will find knowledge of our 3D software titles will open up 14X more job opportunities for them in engineering when compared to competitive solutions (per Monter.com). The STEM Academy further supports student advancement by allowing students to checkout software licenses for homework and exploratory studies. In addition to the curriculum resources delivered, The STEM Academy instructors also have access to online training, curriculum and tutorials via our instructor portal.
Included in each purchase of The STEM Academy is:
SolidWorks
SolidWorks Sustainability Express
Bentley MicroStation
Bentley PowerCivil
Bentley Learn Server
Graphisoft ArchiCAD
Graphisoft EcoDesigner
A+CAD 2010
Blender
3D VIA Shape
Solid Professor
CAMWorks
DFM Pro
SolidWorks Certification Prep Bundle
In addition to industry standard software, The STEM Academy includes four portals for access to software recourses. These portals include:
STUDENT Portal Includes: Student Software Downloads, Basic Software Tutorials, Internship Opportunities, Student Design Competitions + Student Portfolio Developer
SCHOOL Portal Includes: Software Title Downloads and Curriculum Updates on Demand
INSTRUCTOR Portal Includes: Installation + Curriculum Guides, Software Quick Starts and more
COMMUNITY Portal: Subscribers will receive key trick and tips from our experts and be able to post questions for our program development team to answer
STEM Academy Schools will be considered "In Network" for a12 month term from their initial purchase or program update. In network schools have unlimited access to all four portals
While "out of network" schools will have unlimited access to instructor and community portals.
Software Certification
The STEM Academy certification programs provide academic institutions with a proven methodology for effective measurement of program, instructor and student industry competencies. Academic program tracks for mechanical, architecture and civil prepare students for industry and software certification. The STEM Academy enables students to develop a digital portfolio to include: resume, certifications, design projects and research completed. Open the doors of opportunity for your students today with The STEM Academy.
SolidWorks CSWA
As a Certified SolidWorks Associate (CSWA), you will stand out from the crowd in today’s competitive job market. CSWA certification is proof of your SolidWorks® expertise - cutting-edge skills that businesses seek out and reward.
SolidWorks CSWP
A Certified SolidWorks Professional is an individual that has successfully passed our advanced skills examination. Each CSWP has proven their ability to design and analyze parametric parts and moveable assemblies using a variety of complex features in SolidWorks.
All candidates receive electronic certificates, business card logos and personal listing on CSWP directory when they pass.
ArchiCAD Certification
Participants in the ArchiCAD Competency Challenge will take a multiple-choice test which examines their understanding of the Virtual Building concept, as well as knowledge of ArchiCAD functions. Fifty questions are randomly assigned from a database; for each question, the correct answer must be chosen from among four choices. While taking the test, participants get ninety seconds to answer each question. If they do not submit an answer within ninety seconds, that question disappears, and they are prompted to proceed to the next question.
Bentley Learning Credits
Through Bentley Institute students/instructors can complete online courses of study for all Bentley software titles. The course of study features a blended learning approach combining video tutorial training with hands on application. Learning Credits from Bentley Institute are recognized by Bentley commercial software users.
Industry Certification
ADDA Industry Certification for Mechanical
The STEM Academy includes the American Design Drafting Association (ADDA) Mechanical Certification Test Guides for instructor + student exam preparation. Instructor or Academic Program Certification would enable the school or instructor to proctor student certification exams.
The ADDA provides academic institutions a certification program with a proven methodology for effective measurement of instructor and student industry competencies. Certification programs are available for the areas of architecture, mechanical, civil as well as general drafting and design, not on their knowledge of a particular software program. ADDA Certification empowers students by authenticating their capabilities to colleges, universities and prospective employers.
Mentor program
The STEM Academy has partnered with the ACE Mentor Program of America to provide a unique opportunity for students to work with mentors from local professional firms. Students are discovering the rewarding opportunities available to them as architects, interior designers, engineers, construction managers and related design professionals first hand. There are already more than 1,100 participating high schools and 11,000 students in the United States.
 ACE is an acronym for architecture, construction, and engineering. The program’s mission is to enlighten and increase the awareness of high school students to career opportunities in architecture, construction and engineering and related areas of the design and construction industry through mentoring; and to provide scholarship opportunities for students in an inclusive manner reflective of the diverse school population.
ACE is a unique partnership among industry professionals - architects, interior designers, engineers, construction managers, college and university representatives, and other professionals from related corporations and professional organizations - who work together to attract young people to their professions. Industry professionals volunteer to become mentors to high school students in order to introduce them to the professions and encourage them to pursue studies and careers in these fields. In return, the industry gets a much-needed boost of new talent.
ACE is made up of affiliates that serve youth within a certain city or region. Each affiliate has a board of directors, a local coordinator, and a number of teams.
Teams are composed of 15-25 students and their industry mentors. Each team is set up to emulate an actual design team, with students guided through a mock design project by their architect, engineer, and construction management mentors. Several companies will be assigned to each team, each providing one or two mentors. Mentors guide the students as they work towards a final project, introducing them to the careers, industry vocabulary, and various roles companies play in the construction industry.
Teacher professional development and training
The STEM Academy is more than industry-leading 3D design software, certification programs and curriculum. It is instructor training! Instructors are brought together from across the nation to learn about the content they will be delivering in their classrooms to students. This training is focused on Monday morning content using proven teaching strategies.
Instructor Software Training
Schools who implement The STEM Academy will receive 5 days of on-site training to ensure successful implementation of the program. Instructors who will utilize entire courses or units to show application for (academic area) as well as administrators should attend. Training includes: 2 day software installation + training; 2 day hardware installation + training & 1 day on our Learning Management + Student Profile tracking systems.
Learning Management System Training Includes:
- Creating and editing your profile
- Hands-on experience with:
- Assignments, Choices, Forums, Quizzes, and Resources
- Defining your course settings and using Topic summaries and Labels to customize your course
- Creating Resource links to electronic files & web pages
Navigating your Course
- Assignments, Quizzes, Forums, Choices and Glossaries
- Managing learners - introduction to the Groups & Logs
- Selecting, adding, moving and deleting Blocks
- Online grade book
- Backup and Restore processes
- Online training
Summer Boot Camp Instructor Training
High School Instructor (8 days)
Middle School Instructor (5 days)
Elementary School Instructor (2 days)
Instructors are brought together to learn about the content they will be delivering in their classrooms to students. This training is focused on Monday morning content using proven teaching strategies. Select learning activities give teachers the practice they need to easily implement lessons in their classrooms.
Highlights of Summer Boot Camp Training:
- This workshop is designed as an overview of courses included in The STEM Academy.
- Teachers will be trained by content experts that have experience in both the classroom and the workplace.
- After conducting research, each person will write at least one lesson plan and/or activity for classroom use.
- Participating instructors will receive a Certified to Teach The STEM Academy content certificate of completion.
One instructor per school may attend Summer Boot Camp Training at no-charge. Additional instructors can attend under the following schedule:
8 Day High School Instructor - $1,950
5 Day Middle School Instructor - $1,450
2 Day Elementary School Instructor: $550
Travel, lodging and expenses the responsibility of the STEM Academy school. University graduate credits may be available for those who qualify.
2 Week STEM Academy Boot Camp Overview: Summer 2010
Day 1: Introduction to The STEM Academy (MS + HS)
Day 2: Introduction to The STEM Academy Electronic Content (MS + HS)
- Creating and editing your profile
- Hands-on experience with the "Top 5" modules:
- Assignment, Choice, Forum, Quiz, and Resource
- Defining your course settings and using Topic summaries and Labels to customize your course
- Creating Resource links to electronic files & web pages
Electronic STEM Academy Courses
- Assignments, Quizzes, Forums, Choices and Glossaries
- Managing learners - introduction to the Groups & Logs
- Selecting, adding, moving and deleting Blocks
- Backup and Restore processes
Day 3: Certified to Teach The STEM Academy Software Technology Training (MS + HS)
Day 4: MS Track: Discovering STEM + Designing with STEM + HS Track: Introduction to Engineering & 3D Solid Modeling
Day 5: MS Track: Investigating STEM Skills & Wrap Up, Evaluation, Certification Award + HS Track: Design for Manufacturing
Day 6: HS Track: General Fabrication Methods + Principles of Engineering
Day 7: HS Track: Architecture featuring Green + Sustainable Design Methods
Day 8: HS Track: Wrap Up, Evaluation, Certification Award + Keynote Speaker
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