Welcome to CSME

The Center for Science and Mathematics Education has been established to cultivate wonderful science learning and teaching at all educational levels. The Center seeks to:

  • recruit, prepare and support good science and mathematics teachers
  • foster research into science and mathematics education and promote its application
  • establish a community of science and mathematics education scholars, practitioners, and students.

The Center manages a number of projects and resources and serves as a support to many other education projects within the College of Science and Engineering.

San Francisco State University's Mathematics and Science Teacher Initiative

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San Francisco State University’s Mathematics and Science Teacher Initiative is located at The Center for Science and Mathematics Education. CSME is a community for all SFSU students interested in STEM teaching, pursuing a career as a STEM educator or wanting to gain professional development experience in STEM education. CSME provides a sense of community for current and future mathematics and science teachers. We provide many exciting initiatives, resources, and opportunities for future STEM educators. 

Talk to a staff member today to find out how you can join our CSME community!