An Overview of STEM Education

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No one doubts that science and technology play a
major role in sustaining our 21st century
lifestyle, but the educational system hasnt
always emphasized this fact. In recent years an
educational movement has arisen that aims to
introduce young students to the various aspects
of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering,
Mathematics). Lets take a closer look at the
STEM education movement.
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What IsSTEM?
STEM is an acronym for Science, Technology,
Engineering, and Mathematics. Devised in 2001 by
Dr. Judith Ramaley, the term has won widespread
acceptance as a convenient way of referring to
these academic disciplines. Trivia The
introduction of STEM as the preferred acronym led
to the retirement of SMET, which had referred
to the same concept.
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The Need for STEM Education
The demand for reliable workers with STEM-related
skills will only increase with time. According to
the National Science Foundation, approximately
80 of jobs that will be created over the next
decade will demand the use of math and/or science
skills. In response to this growing demand, the
Obama administration allocated 3.1 billion for
STEM education in its 2014 budget.
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Overview of STEM Education
STEM education is a new trend that emphasizes
teaching Science, Technology, Engineering, and
Mathematics in an integrated manner. Its
intended to give students a thorough grounding in
STEM starting at an early age.
Of course, science and math have been a part of
the educational system for generations. So how is
so-called STEM education different from the
traditional kind?
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STEM Education Traditional Education
vs.
Traditionally it has been the practice to teach
the four STEM components more or less separately
from one another. By contrast, STEM education
emphasizes an integrated approach that
underscores the interrelationship of science,
technology, engineering, and mathematics. STEM
education emphasizes student exploration and
problem solving as opposed to rote learning.
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STEM Education Elementary School
With STEM education, students during their
elementary school years will be introduced to the
basic concepts associated with science,
technology, engineering, and mathematics. Students
also become acquainted with the range of
STEM-related occupations. At this stage, the
emphasis is on stimulating student interest in
STEM subjects.
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STEM Education Middle School
STEM courses become increasingly complex as
students' intellectual capacity continues to grow.
Additionally, students become familiar with the
requirements of entering STEM-related careers.
During this phase, the educational process also
emphasizes encouraging students from groups
underrepresented in STEM fields (e.g., women) to
learn about these careers.
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STEM Education High School
STEM education at this stage directs students
toward opportunities in STEM occupations and
continued education at the collegiate
level. High school STEM courses continue to
increase in complexity. Students also
increasingly combine in-class and
extracurricular STEM educational opportunities.
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