Danielle Rhemer
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Danielle Rhemer is a rising scholar in STEM education, whose work centers on preparing elementary teachers to integrate engineering and computer science into their classrooms. Her research explores how contextual factors—such as collaborative learning environments and hands-on experiences with robotics—shape preservice teachers’ self-efficacy for teaching coding and engineering. In her most-cited paper, “Teaching to whom and with whom: the role of context in developing preservice teachers’ self-efficacy for teaching engineering and coding via robotics” (2025), Rhemer investigates how teacher educators can support future teachers in meeting new K-6 standards requiring engineering and computer science instruction. By emphasizing the importance of “with whom” and “to whom” teachers learn, she provides actionable insights for designing teacher preparation programs that build confidence and competence. Though early in her career, Rhemer’s work has already garnered attention for addressing a critical gap in STEM teacher education. Her contributions are particularly timely as schools nationwide adopt integrated STEM curricula, making her research essential for teacher educators and policymakers alike. Rhemer’s focus on practical, context-aware strategies positions her as an emerging voice in the movement to equip every child with foundational engineering and coding skills.
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