Inspiring Next-generation STEM Problem writers through Integrating Real-world applications and Exploration 

Fellows will engage in analysis of previously used and published HS Contest topical and team problem questions and their connection to contexts in Science, Engineering and Mathematics and the Washington State Mathematics Standards. Fellows will examine the ability for students to access the context and the mathematical knowledge and skills needed for students to successfully engage in the problems. Fellows will create topical questions with multiple choice questions and engage in a feedback process to fine tune questions. Fellows will work collaboratively to write a team problem question and multi-step open ended questions. Fellows will reflect on the work produced and assessment writing process.

Expectations of WSMC INSPIRE Fellows:

  • Have interest in application of math to real-world scenarios in science and engineering

  • Familiar and passionate about generating high school students’ interest in mathematics

  • Attend 3 two-hour workshops on Zoom with Fellows from across Washington, WSMC HS Contest Chairs and subject-matter expert

  • Complete 4 asynchronous tasks including test-item analysis, topical question writing, team problem writing and reflection

  • Maintain confidentiality of developing work until published after HS Contest events

WSMC INSPIRE Fellows upon completion of the Fellowship activities will receive,

  • 1-year WSMC Membership

  • 15 STEM Clock Hours

  • Author credit on published problems

  • Recognition on WSMC website as a WSMC INSPIRE Fellow

WSMC INSPIRE Fellows

Apply by November 14th!