Education experts have been sounding the alarm for more students to go into STEM fields: science, technology, engineering and math. But some researchers suggest the More »
Is The STEM Education Crisis A Myth?
Involving More Female and Minority Students in STEM Imperative According to Experts
Experts in STEM education initiatives stressed the need to build interest in science, technology, engineering and math fields among both female and minority student groups, according to discussion on a recent Google Hangout hosted by AdvancED. Full Article>>
President Obama’s National Space Transportation Policy: A Bold Vision for Space
The President has signed an updated National Space Transportation Policy, which ensures that the United States More »
International Space Station Celebrates 15th Year in Orbit
The International Space Station celebrates its 15th birthday Wednesday, marking the day in 1998 when a Russian rocket lifted the first piece of what is now the largest man-made structure ever built in space. Link>>
Rocket Launch Tonight to Send 29 Satellites into Orbit
At 7:30 p.m. tonight, a rocket will blast into space from Wallops Island, Va., carrying a record 29 satellites, including More »
The Stereotypes About Math That Hold Americans Back
Speed doesn’t matter, and there’s no such thing as a “math person.” How the Common Core’s approach to the discipline could correct these misperceptions. Full Article>>
Closing The Gender Gap In Computer Science (Infographic)
Check out this informative infographic which focuses on the relationship between women and computer science. Link>>
SciGirls Videos: Get Girls Excited About STEM
Use these short video clips and activities in your classrooms to get girls and boys excited about science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Link>>