Promising Practices for School Organization of Mental Health Supports
Category: Student Well-Being
Instrument Overview
Expert Notes AvailableView expert commentary on strengths and cautions for this instrument
Strengths
Grounded in a theory of integrated STEM learning, the Productive Disciplinary Engagement (PDE) framework
Useful for both research and instructional improvement
Cautions
Requires training to ensure reliable use
Rating scales may be perceived by teachers as evaluative, so results may need to be translated into descriptive or formative feedback
The iSTEM Protocol is a classroom observation tool designed to assess the quality of integrated STEM instruction. It focuses on how science, technology, engineering, and mathematics are meaningfully connected during lessons, with particular attention to problem-solving, real-world relevance, student engagement, and opportunities for design and inquiry. The protocol helps educators and researchers evaluate whether instruction moves beyond teaching subjects separately and instead supports authentic, interdisciplinary STEM learning. It is commonly used in research and professional development to guide feedback and strengthen integrated STEM teaching practices.
Organization
Topic
Collection Category(ies)
Content
Grades
Kindergarten,
1st Grade,
2nd Grade,
3rd Grade,
4th Grade,
5th Grade,
6th Grade,
7th Grade,
8th Grade,
9th Grade,
10th Grade,
11th Grade,
12th Grade
Languages
English
Respondent
Student
Administration Information
Length
15 items
Access and Use
Price
Free
Contact
Hosung Kang:
Email: Hosunk@uci.edu
Open Access
No
Psychometrics (additional guidance)
Item Type
Likert
