STEM education
BACKGROUND Only 16% of American high school seniors are interested in a STEM career, and only about half of those who major in a STEM field choose to work in a related career (U.S. Dept. Of Education, 2015). In our competitive global economy, these statistics are unacceptable. Despite the well-documented need for early STEM career […]
What is STEAM? STEM + art = STEAM STEAM is the combination of science, technology, engineering, arts, and math. Through the arts, complex STEM information is made relevant and understandable to everyday people. STEM and the Arts: How they are connected Innovation and creativity are required components of STEM, both of which are deeply […]
What are Digital Badges? “Open Badges are visual tokens of achievement, affiliation, authorization, or other trust relationship sharable across the web. Open Badges represent a more detailed picture than a CV or résumé as they can be presented in ever-changing combinations, creating a constantly evolving picture of a person’s lifelong learning” OpenBadges.org Do you know […]
The world of engineering is wonderfully broad, diverse, and exciting. Do you know what a geomatics engineer does? How about a nanotechnology engineer? While there are traditional fields of engineering (like civil and mechanical engineering), there are many lesser known types of engineers. Here are four types of engineering careers that you may not have […]
Summer is the perfect time to relax, have fun, and explore the STEM that surrounds you! From toasting marshmellows to building sandcastles on the beach, summer is full of exciting things to learn and explore. Leverage the natural curiosity of your preschooler, and explore all the wondrous things this world has to offer – together! Join Ashley […]
Recommendations for NGSS –friendly technology tools that enable students to communicate information in innovative, creative, and visually appealing ways. Written by CareerInSTEM Founder & CEO Ashley Pereira, posted as a Featured Article for eSchool News! Read the full article here: 5 teacher-loved technology tools to meet STEM NGSS standards Do you have a favorite technology […]