The work of the Center will focus on two main objectives:
Objective 1
 
Objective 2
To increase the number of students enrolled in undergraduate and post-baccalaureate mathematics and science teacher certification programs.   To retain more mathematics and science teachers in teaching careers in Missouri schools
Activity 1. A recruitment campaign
 
Targeted audiences    
  • High school students with strong mathematics or science preparation
  • Undeclared college majors with strong mathematics or science academic records
  • Recent graduates with mathematics or science related degrees
  • Career changers from mathematics or science related work areas
  For mathematics and science teachers in three years of teaching
Strategies  
  • Website
  • Media campaign (look for our billboards, coming soon!)
  • Mailings
 
Activity 2.
Meeting the Teacher Shortage Conference  
Activity 2.
Teacher Leadership Academy
For teacher educator to meet and discuss mathematics and science teacher preparation in Missouri   For experienced mathematics and science teachers
MU Science Education Center college of Education University of Missouri-Columbia