Welcome to SSMA 

The School Science and Mathematics Association is an inclusive professional community of researchers and teachers who promote research, scholarship, and practice that improves school science and mathematics and advances the integration of science and mathematics.

SSMA focuses on promoting research-based innovations related to K-16 teacher preparation and continued professional enhancement in science and mathematics. Target audiences include higher education faculty members, K-16 school leaders and K-16 classroom teachers.

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Call for Manuscripts
SSM Special Issue on
Integrated STEM Education

The School Science and Mathematics Journal editorial staff requests the submission of manuscripts for an upcoming special issue on Integrated STEM Education. In a growing era of STEM related policy, research, and practice, there is an emerging need to disseminate cutting edge educational research focused on Integrated STEM Education in PK-20. In particular, we are seeking manuscripts on integrated STEM in the following areas:

• Implications of STEM related policy at the federal, state, or local levels
• Studies of teachers and or schools/districts implementing Integrated STEM programs and/or themed schools
• Early childhood Integrated STEM experiences
• Integration of STEM careers into K-12 curriculum
• Partnerships between private and public organizations, higher education, and K-12 schools to address regional, state, or national STEM talent shortages
• Studies of the impact of integrated STEM instruction on student achievement in science and/or mathematics

Manuscripts need to be submitted by June 30, 2013 through the Scholar One website. Please indicate in your cover letter that your manuscript is to be considered for the Integrated STEM special issue and submit the paper as an integrated paper. The STEM special issue will be published in early 2014.

General Questions about Manuscript Submission:

Carla Johnson, Editor

johnsonssmj@gmail.com
(513) 556-7158

Election Results

President Elect, Gilbert (Gil) Naizer Professor, Department of Curriculum & Instruction Texas A&M University - Commerce Commerce, TX
Board of Directors, Timothy A. Laubach Assistant Professor of Science Education University of Oklahoma Norman, OK
Board of Directors, Melanie Shores Associate Professor, Educational Psychology & Research The University of Alabama Birmingham School of Education Birmingham, AL

Information on PAEMST Nominations

The Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST) are the nation's highest honors for K-12 teachers of mathematics and science (including computer science). Awardees serve as models for their colleagues, inspiration to their communities, and leaders in the improvement of mathematics and science education. Since 1983, more than 4,200 teachers have been recognized for their contributions in the classroom and to their profession. If you know great teachers, nominate them to join this prestigious network of professionals. Help: info@paemst.org

NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN: The 2013 Awards will honor mathematics and science (including computer science) teachers working in grades 7-12. Nominations close on April 1, 2013.

TEACHERS – APPLY ONLINE: Applications must be completed by May 1, 2013. Before logging in, please review the 2012–2013 Application Packet (Adobe PDF).

The National Science Foundation administers Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST) on behalf of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy.

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SSMA Journal

The SSMA journal is an international journal which is published monthly, October through May, emphasizing research on issues, concerns, and lessons within and between the disciplines of science and mathematics in the classroom.

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2013 Convention
November 14-16, 2013
Menger Hotel
San Antonio, TX

Deadline for Submission was
  February 22, 2013

Registration will Open in July!

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