Tag Archives: stem
More than STEM
Prioritizing STEM within K12 may seem a significant departure from past priorities. Has this happened before? I must have been part of the post Sputnik push. There was certainly a great awareness of the Russian accomplishment and great concern, but … Continue reading
Leaves
I understand the motivation of educators in different content areas to get in on STEM. Without endorsing this priority, I understand why underfunded educators grasp at all opportunities. The STEM morph into STEAM also makes sense according to this same logic. … Continue reading
STEM crisis is a myth
This ought to get some folks riled up. This article from the IEEE Spectrum argues that the STEM crisis is a myth. Interesting analysis.
STEM focused questioned
The focus of funding on STEM initiatives has long annoyed me. The visibility creates a false impression that some subject matter is more important for all learners, creates a caste system among teachers, and may discourage schools from making the … Continue reading
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