Program Overview

The STEM Education Endorsement Certificate is a fully online program. The purpose of the STEM Education Endorsement Certificate is to develop knowledge and expand ability for teaching STEM through authentic integration of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. The program involves a nine-credit hour sequence with field experiences, collaborative learning, and community-based engagement. The courses focus on planning for, implementing, and reflecting on STEM teaching practices and strategies that center student-driven learning through open-ended, complex problems.

Grade Level Focus Band: K - 12

KSU CATALOG

Program Courses (9 credit hours)

The program of study is a 9-credit hour - three course sequence.

    • 3 Credit Hours
    • Prerequisite: Admission to a BCOE graduate program.

    This course provides students the opportunity to explore the integrated STEM learning processes of modeling, inquiry, and engineering design as they are used in teaching STEM curriculum. Students will apply integrated STEM and STEM related content to answer complex questions, to investigate local, regional and global issues and to develop solutions for real-world problems. All students enrolled in this course will be expected to interact with business partners and STEM professionals in identifying and solving relevant problems.

  • The course provides students with experiences for integrating equity and multicultural educational strategies with the Engineering Design Process, experiential learning opportunities, and project-based STEM activities. Students engage in interactive discussions around current literature in educational research, critically examine STEM instructional practice, and consider assessment data to make decisions about appropriate equitable science instruction. Field placement in a P-12 learning environment is required for this course, which is typically fulfilled through a candidate’s full-time teaching position. Other arrangements are permitted but not provided. This placement is the responsibility of the candidate.

  • The purpose of this course is to foster abilities to teach, assess, and critically reflect on STEM learning that supports authentic engagement in interdisciplinary design and inquiry. Students engage in making connections to STEM research literature with learning and teaching practice. Field placement in a P-12 learning environment is required for this course, which is typically fulfilled through a candidate’s full time teaching position. Other arrangements are permitted but not provided. This placement is the responsibility of the candidate.

Admission Requirement and Deadlines

  • Completed online Graduate Application
  • $60 non-refundable application processing fee
  • Official transcripts from each college or university attended. If the institution is outside the U.S., an international credential evaluation will be required.
    • Applicants must not send international transcripts directly to Kennesaw State University.
  • Bachelor's degree from a Regionally Accredited college or university with a minimum GPA of 2.75
  • Additional requirements by program

More Information

For information about the STEM Education Endorsement program, please call 470.578.2809 or email Anna Arias at aarias5@kennesaw.edu.

For more information on graduate admissions, please email DegreeUp@kennesaw.edu.