STEM

The latest news about STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) in schools, including articles, Commentaries, and special features.

Jeremy Hoffmann and his classmates conduct experiments in a physical-world concepts class at the Knoxville STEM Academy last week.
—Shawn Poynter for Education Week

State Councils Propel STEM Education

The networks and organizations are designed to bring together key players to help coordinate STEM learning in and out of school. (February 26, 2013)

Spotlight on STEM

This Spotlight takes a closer look at innovative approaches to STEM teaching and learning in American schools.

Special Collection

Technology Counts 2008
This annual report on ed tech focuses on strengthening U.S. students' preparation in the subjects known by the increasingly familiar shorthand of STEM.

Curriculum Matters Blog

05/17 01:48 pm | 40 States Probed Alleged Cheating on Tests, Federal Report Finds | A new federal study shows few states are untouched by cheating probes, and all are aware their testing systems are vulnerable to cheating.

On-Demand Webinar

The New Wave of STEM-Focused Schools
This webinar focused on emerging STEM-focused public schools geared toward attracting populations underrepresented in the STEM fields.

PD Webinars

Engaging Girls and Other Underrepresented Populations in STEM
This webinar focused on specific programs and strategies for engaging girls and other underrepresented populations in the process of science.

The STEM Teacher as Project Manager: Leveraging Outside Knowledge and Resources
This webinar focused on how innovative STEM teachers are locating, and integrating, outside materials into their curriculum and instruction.

PD Sourcebook

The Teacher Professional Development Sourcebook features a directory of courses, materials, and resources for teachers on:
• Science
• Mathematics

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STEM Schools Put High Priority on Digital Skills
Programs build partnerships with private companies and higher education partners to provide the kinds of high-tech skills students need.
May 20, 2013 - Education Week
Science in Practice: The First of Two Parts
Common Science Standards Face Capacity Issues
Investment needs for teacher training, curriculum materials, and assessments are likely to slow the pace of implementation.
May 14, 2013 - Education Week
Informal Science Sector Aims to Play Standards Role
Institutions such as zoos and museums, as well as after-school programs and science competitions, could relieve capacity concerns.
May 14, 2013 - Education Week
Commentary
We Must Create Opportunities for STEM Learning
Our country is in trouble. That's the key takeaway from Sara Martinez Tucker's experience as the undersecretary in the U.S. Department of Education.
May 14, 2013 - Education Week
FOCUS ON: CAREER READINESS
New High School Pathways Emerging
Some states are trying to provide meaningful, rigorous, and flexible academic and career options for their students.
April 23, 2013 - Education Week
Letter to the Editor
Inventor Calls Science Standards a First Step
April 21, 2013 - Education Week
Commentary
3 Reasons to Like the New Science Standards
The new science standards—if paired with finely tuned assessments—have the potential to generate great improvement, writes Arthur H. Camins.
April 2, 2013 - Education Week
FOCUS ON: ENGINEERING
Engineering Building a Foundation in K-12 Curricula
Often the neglected part of STEM education, engineering is making inroads into the precollegiate sphere.
March 26, 2013 - Education Week
Focus On: Engineering
New NAEP to Gauge Engineering, Technology Literacy
The computerized exam will ask students to apply their knowledge of technology and engineering principles to solve problems.
March 26, 2013 - Education Week
Study: Middle School Algebra Push Yields Minimal Performance Gains
A new study finds that increasing enrollment in advanced math classes before high school hasn't led to higher math performance for states on the national assessment in the subject.
March 26, 2013 - Education Week

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