A Unique Concept--Free, 3-person, Virtual Model to Bolster Early Learning: Michigan Reading and Math (STEM) Performance

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Published: Mar 18, 2022

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T. Carter Gilmer

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Michigan Reading and Math (STEM) Performance, MI-RAMP, is to uplift children--ages 4-12--both educationally and socially.  This age bias accentuates a purpose to invest early for the highest rate of return per Nobel Laureate Heckman.  It has implemented a free, inter-state, 3-person, distance-learing program with 12 weekend sessions.  Interactions are led by a teacher-tutor (TT) involving one student and a parent/guradian/adult.  2-way virtual exchanges are customized.  They address foundational needs in math, reading and critical thinking.  MI-RAMP has demonstrated vital learning via its individualized virtual modes, e.g., a 5-year-old learning to read after 8 weeks.


 


THe MI-RAMP model is replicable to reach countless children.

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Vol. 23 No. 1 (2022): Journal of STEM Education: Innovations and Research
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T. Carter Gilmer

1. BGSU, Adjunct Professor of Chemistry 2. University of Michigan. Asso. Professor of Chemistry 3. Du Pont--Senior Chemist 4. Kodak--Senior Chemist Will review: a. STEM degrees b. Persistence of URM in STEM c. Doctorates in STEM d. Transistions to success in STEM, HS to college, college to Grad school e. Needs for college success in STEM f. Math and STEM importance g. Graduation rates h. Careers and career paths