Developmental Planning Grant for the South Texas Mathematics, Science & Technology Center for Learning and Teaching (ST*MST*CLT)

The University Of Texas Rio Grande Valley, Edinburg TX

Investigators

Abstract

This developmental proposal aims to create an integrated South Texas CLT. The three institutional partners are The University of Texas -- Pan American, The University of Texas -- San Antonio, and The University of Texas -- Austin. The CLT will work primarily with school districts in San Antonio and the lower Rio Grande Valley of south Texas. More than 70% of the K-12 students are economically disadvantaged and almost 80% are Hispanic. During the developmental phase they will explicitly assess the regional science, mathematics and technology (SMT) educational needs and the specific responsibilities of the participating institutions for meeting those needs within a CLT. They will also evaluate relevant existing models and project strategies dealing with defined goals and objectives (e.g., recruitment, professional development, and/or pipeline infrastructures/career pathways for SMT educator preparation) especially those appropriate for the preparation of teachers of Hispanic students from bilingual, bicultural and low socio-economic environments. Part of the developmental process will focus on developing models appropriate for meeting these goals and for identifying other institutional partners including community colleges and professional organizations.