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STEM Curriculum Review Framework

STEM CURRICULUM REVIEW FRAMEWORK (SCRF): A FRAMEWORK FOR K-12 STEM CURRICULA REVIEW

The SCRF outlines the components needed for a comprehensive review of K-12 STEM curricula. In this paper, “STEM education” and “STEM curricula” refers primarily to integrative instruction that aligns curricula across the earth and natural sciences, engineering, and mathematics.

Three Components

The three components of the SCRF provide educators and curricula developers with a context from which to evaluate the quality of K-12 STEM lessons and activities that: 1) are aligned to common standards and across disciplines, 2) employ best instructional practices, and 3) promote learning for all students through cultural responsive teaching.

 

Here are the framework resources: