rogram Student Learning Outcome #4: Explore, examine, and evaluate the effects of a homeschoole education, that affects the field of education today. Selectat least four different, credible sources, such as journal articles, books, textbooks, or websites.

1. will act as a "hook" to engage the audience. For example:

• What is STEM education, and why does it matter?
• How does high-stakes testing impact teaching and learning?
• Where are the most prominent achievement gaps, and how are they being addressed?

1. Thesis Statement that reflects at least three main points. For example:

• STEM education has become an issue in the United States because students are not being adequately prepared in the four subjects, application of content knowledge from STEM disciplines are increasingly required in jobs at all levels, and STEM education has been linked to economic growth.

1. Clearly explain thethree main points presented in your thesis/issue. For example, explanations could address the following:

• What are the defining features or characteristics of the issue?
• Are there any misconceptions regarding the issue that you might clarify?
• What are some of the opposing viewpoints related to the issue, if any?
• How will addressing the issue make a positive difference in education?

Write explanationsin your voice for the most part, rather than directly quoting. Avoid lengthy quotes. A rule of thumb is to limit direct quoting to no more than 20% of your project.

Elaborate on each main point with supporting details. Supporting details can be facts, statistics, quotes, examples, opposing viewpoints, or other information to illustrate your topic. If you use selected quotes for some of your supporting details, clearly identify the material as quoted, and include a citation. Write explanationsin your voice for the most part, rather than directly quoting.