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

08/01 01:43 pm | PARCC Sees Dip in Confidence Poll of Washington 'Insiders' | A new survey caps tumultuous few weeks for PARCC, which has seen several state members drop out or decide not to use its tests.

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 Directory

The Professional Development Directory features courses and resources for teachers on:
Science
Mathematics

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April 21, 2013 - Education Week
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
Often the neglected part of STEM education, engineering is making inroads into the precollegiate sphere.
March 26, 2013 - Education Week
The computerized exam will ask students to apply their knowledge of technology and engineering principles to solve problems.
March 26, 2013 - Education Week
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
A California school district and a museum are working together to teach English-learners the language in tandem with science.
March 26, 2013 - Education Week
Fostering STEM skills in young children is the best way to ensure that the United States remains competitive in a global economy, writes JD Chesloff.
March 5, 2013 - Education Week
After-school programs play a vital, if sometimes overlooked, role in STEM learning, Anita Krishnamurthi writes.
March 5, 2013 - Education Week
The networks and organizations are designed to bring together key players to help coordinate STEM learning in and out of school.
February 26, 2013 - Education Week
A national survey shows that high schoolers' interest in STEM careers is growing and so are gender gaps.
February 5, 2013 - Education Week

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