Source Publication

Theory & Practice in Rural Education (TPRE)

Document Type

Article

Version

Published Version

Publication Date

2022

Volume

12

Issue

2

First Page

1

Last Page

8

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© 2022 Theory & Practice in Rural Education

Abstract

This special issue of Theory & Practice in Rural Education highlights STEM Teaching and Learning in Rural Communities. The articles selected represent both theory and practice and explore the complexities, practices, challenges, and opportunities facing rural schools and universities as they design and implement STEM teaching and learning. Articles from the field have related rural school success stories of how rural districts have overcome challenges to have effective and rich STEM teaching and learning in rural schools. Article submissions crossed a variety of topics, and three main themes emerged throughout the articles: (1) making STEM teaching relevant, (2) promising practices, and (3) professional development. While rural educators and communities face unique challenges, they can also provide many opportunities such as the knowledge, experiences, and local connections that can strengthen STEM education. When the complexities of rural spaces are acknowledged, collaborative partnerships can bring external and internal assets together to meet those challenges and boost STEM learning and teaching in rural schools.

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