will.i.am Sings the Praises of STEM

will.i.am Sings the Praises of STEM

The pop music heavyweight is challenging America’s students to get excited about science, technology, engineering and math.

NASA Helps Students’ Dreams Take Flight

NASA Helps Students’ Dreams Take Flight

How NASA is inspiring students to look to the stars.

Mae Jemison: Orbiting History

Mae Jemison: Orbiting History

The nation’s first African-American female astronaut to travel in space, Dr. Mae Jemison tackles STEM education.

Lessons Learned: The Value of Mentorship

Lessons Learned: The Value of Mentorship

There are many fantastic programs that encourage young women and girls who are interested in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

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STEM EDUCATION
By 2018 there will be 1.2 million job openings in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) fields. Due to a significant projected shortage of qualified applicants, many of these will go unfilled. Leadership tomorrow depends on how we educate our students today. STEM learning will enable our children to grow our economy, discover new cures, solve old mysteries and address the most pressing challenges of tomorrow.
STEM The Building Blocks of Tomorrow

STEM: The Building Blocks of Tomorrow

In order to facilitate growth, we must increase the number of those pursuing careers in STEM and encourage the underrepresented to chase the same dreams.
The Conrad Foundation Honoring a Legacy

The Conrad Foundation: Honoring a Legacy

Founder and CEO of the Conrad Foundation, Nancy Conrad tirelessly inspires students through transformative education.
Mae Jemison Orbiting History

Mae Jemison: Orbiting History

The nation’s first African-American female astronaut to travel in space, Dr. Mae Jemison tackles STEM education.
will i am Sings the Praises of STEM

will.i.am Sings the Praises of STEM

The pop music heavyweight is challenging America’s students to get excited about science, technology, engineering and math.
Understanding the STEM Skills Gap

Understanding the STEM Skills Gap

Daniel Masata, an expert in engineering and technology, explains the STEM skills gap. 
Engage to Excel The Importance of STEM Retention

Engage to Excel: The Importance of STEM Retention

Whether they are in second grade or in their second year of college, students need to feel connected to what they are learning in the STEM classroom. 
3 Things to Consider Before Pursuing A Career in STEM Fields

3 Things to Consider Before Pursuing A Career in STEM Fields

Questions to ask yourself when considering an education in science, technology, engineering or mathematics. 
Lessons Learned The Value of Mentorship

Lessons Learned: The Value of Mentorship

There are many fantastic programs that encourage young women and girls who are interested in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
The STEM Crisis A Roundtable Discussion

The STEM Crisis: A Roundtable Discussion

Leadership tomorrow depends on how we educate students today. Mediaplanet sat down with three thought leaders to discuss the swelling demand for better STEM education.
Extensive Education is Not the Only Path to Success

Extensive Education is Not the Only Path to Success

When STEM careers come to mind, the likely image is an aspiring engineer or laboratory scientist with a bachelors degree in tow.
Educate to Innovate The Next Generation of STEM Leaders

Educate to Innovate: The Next Generation of STEM Leaders

By 2018 there will be 1.2 million job openings in STEM fields. Due to a significant projected shortage of qualified applicants, many of these will go unfilled. 
STEM Education A Diverse Commitment

STEM Education: A Diverse Commitment

STEM jobs currently comprise 20 percent of all jobs in the U.S. Unfortunately, many women and underrepresented minorities are missing out these highly in-demand careers.