Carol Waters

Carol Waters, Ed.D., is an Assistant Professor of STEM Education at the College of Education, University of Houston-Clear Lake. She specializes in fostering STEM-driven school cultures, addressing gender perceptions in STEM, and integrating environmental/climate change education into curricula. Her research projects include Environmental STEM (E-STEM) Education, Science Instructional Technologies, and Data Visualization in Science.

• Contact: Office - Bayou 1119.11 | Phone - 281-283-3503 | Email - WatersC@uhcl.edu

Educational Background: Ed.D. in STEM Education.

• Courses: TCED 4303 - Creating Positive Classroom Environments EC-6
• TCED 4322 - Science Methods EC-6

Research Trends: Dr. Waters focuses on systemic integration of STEM in K-12 settings, leveraging librarians as catalysts for cultural transformation. Her work emphasizes pedagogical innovation, equity in STEM engagement, and data-driven instructional strategies.

Scientific Awards:

• Early Career Faculty Award (UHCL, 2024)
• Jhumki Basu Fellow (NARST, 2023)
• Outstanding Masters Alumnus Award (Rice University, 2022)
• Teacher of the Year (Rice University Athletics, 2019)
• Shining Stars Distinguished Educator Award (Pasadena ISD, 2018)