We need a more engineering-literate public. This starts with our children. As a nation, we must invest in preparing the next generation of students to think creatively and optimistically about the future, to think like engineers.
Allowing students to explore STEM careers is a key part of one Tennessee school’s work to boost achievement.
Bridging the gap for girls in STEM careers
For thousands of students, calculus is a frustrating barrier to a STEM career. Roughly one-third of students fail or drop the course. Yet nearly every STEM job requires at least one semester of it.
Kids are capable of learning about STEM at a young age and early exposure and understanding of STEM topics can increase academic achievement, persistence and critical thinking.
Studies show that early exposure to science, technology, engineering and math provides students with the foundation necessary to partake in an increased number of STEM careers
Experts agree that STEM skills are required to excel in our increasingly automated and globally connected world and as such kids should begin learning STEM as early as possible
In education, many people have heard about STEM, a philosophy of education that incorporates science, technology, engineering, and math. Fewer have heard about STEAM. The addition of A for arts is seen as a critical element to educate children for jobs in the 21st century.
Why it's critical to ensure more African American students pursue STEM careers
What Is STEM education and what separates STEM from traditional math and science learning?