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  • STEM Education
  • Science Literacy

Background:

  • Community schools near a university sought to enhance Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) literacy.
  • A collaborative program was needed to bridge the gap between university resources and K-12 education.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and evaluate a novel program, Science Alive!, aimed at improving STEM literacy in local community schools.
  • To serve as a replicable model for similar science outreach initiatives.

Main Methods:

  • Undergraduate faculty, K-12 teachers, and students collaborated to create hands-on science learning modules.
  • Modules included explanatory handouts and creative activities aligned with grade-level curricula.
  • Undergraduate students engaged in service-learning, developing and implementing modules with support from graduate students and alumni.

Main Results:

  • Elementary school students demonstrated significant learning gains, particularly in higher-level concepts related to forces and matter.
  • Students reported enjoyment and engagement with the hands-on science activities.
  • Undergraduate volunteers found the program beneficial for professional development, community building, and discipline-specific service.

Conclusions:

  • The Science Alive! program effectively enhances elementary students' science learning and engagement through hands-on experiences.
  • The program provides a valuable service-learning opportunity for undergraduate students, fostering professional growth.
  • Developed modules are adaptable and reusable for future science education initiatives.