New partnership helps Gwinnett teachers earn advanced degree in STEM education

According to data gathered by Georgia Statewide Afterschool Network in Georgia, it’s estimated that over the next 10 years, STEM careers are expected to grow 13%. That’s compared to the growth of non-STEM jobs at 8%.

In an effort to retain teachers and increase the STEM pipeline for students and teachers, Gwinnett County Public Schools and Georgia State University are partnering to launch two cohorts that will allow the district’s teachers to earn a Master of Education in STEM education at no cost.

On Friday’s edition of “Closer Look,” Dr. Carla Tanguay, the assistant dean for educator preparation and accreditation at Georgia State University’s College of Education and Human Development, and Dr. J.W. Mozley, the executive director of talent management for Gwinnett County Public Schools, talked with show host Rose Scott about the partnership and how teachers can apply to be part of the program.