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Synergistic Collaborations among K-12 Technology, STEM Coaches, and Tech-Industry Partners

Published:2023-08-24 Issue:1 Volume:8 Page:06
ISSN:2468-4368
Container-title:European Journal of STEM Education
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Author:

Susin Catherine¹,Gallagher Tiffany L.¹,Grierson Arlene¹

Affiliation:

1. Brock University, CANADA

Abstract

This project focused on how two technology coaches, a K-12 Technology Coach and a Science Technology Engineering Mathematics (STEM) Coach collaborated with their coach colleagues and tech-industry partners to offer teachers resources and embedded professional learning (PL). As part of a multiple-case study of coaching models of PL, over the course of two academic years, the researchers gathered observational data during classroom coaching sessions, small group professional learning sessions, and professional development workshops hosted by a tech-industry partner. Additionally, the coaches and a subset of middle school teachers participated in one-on-one interviews and the coaches had discussions in a focus group. Data analyses distilled two main themes: (1) coaches appeal to and collaborate with tech-industry partners; and (2) coaches solicit support and collaborate with school district administrators. Conclusions suggest that technology and STEM coaches serve an integral role in the implementation of technology across the district when collaborating with tech-industry partners. Recommendations include the need for technology coaches to be resourceful and initiate and foster tech-industry partnerships as well as dedicate time to collaborate with other coaches to enhance their own professional knowledge and skills.

Publisher

Lectito Publications

Subject

Multidisciplinary

Link

https://www.lectitopublishing.nl/download/synergistic-collaborations-among-k-12-technology-stem-coaches-and-tech-industry-partners-13609.pdf

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