BETTER in STEM: Promoting Equitable, Student-Centered Instruction

BETTER in STEM is a multi-year, multi-cohort NSF-funded grant hosted at Western Washington University’s SMATE Program. The project focuses on improving STEM education by fostering more inclusive and equitable teaching practices. Through professional development workshops, faculty learning communities, and partnerships with multiple institutions, BETTER in STEM equips STEM faculty with tools and strategies to create student-centered learning environments that address the diverse needs of learners. By emphasizing collaboration and equity, the initiative aims to transform STEM education into a more supportive and effective space for all students.

BETTER in STEM continues to make strides in transforming STEM education with its latest feature in a newly published blog. 

October 17th, 2024, BETTER in STEM will be highlighted in a national webinar hosted by the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) as part of the AAAS-IUSE initiative. The webinar will focus on change strategies and tools that empower faculty to adopt more inclusive instructional methods. 

For more information about this grant, please visit the website: BETTER in STEM