This project explores the premise that community service-oriented STEM majors are more likely to be interested -and more successful - in teaching in high-need districts. Xavier University has a history of strong student volunteer contributions to the community. Through an initial NSF Noyce Grant, we will use a community engagement process to identify students that would not have otherwise pursued a teaching career.  This process includes connecting an introductory education course to urban education; recruiting STEM majors to tutor in area schools; and creating a summer internship program that provides students with experience teaching STEM topics to underrepresented minorities from local K-12 schools.  Both public and private schools are involved, further building on partnerships that will facilitate teacher placement in high-need schools. The summer internships are residential and create a learning community for interns. Competitive Noyce Scholarships will help community service-oriented students complete licensure in their fourth or fifth year.

Volunteer-based recruitment of future STEM teachers

245th National Meeting (2013)

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