First Draft of 'Next Generation' Science Standards Coming Soon
The public will soon get its first chance to comment on a set of draft, common standards for science. Read Full Post >
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February 17, 2011
AAAS President Calls for More Science Support for K-12 Education
Scientists must become more involved in educating the public about science and supporting K-12 students' interest in science, according to Alice S. Huang, president of the American Association for the Advancement of Science. Read Full Post >
February 11, 2011
STEM Roundup: Auto Racing, 'Winners Guide' to Research, California Summit
There are a number of developments in the STEM arena, including a new book to encourage high school students to conduct scientific research and take part in competitions. Read Full Post >
February 07, 2011
Despite Obama Push, Science Fairs on Decline, Story Suggests
Participation in science fairs appears to be dropping, The New York Times reports. Read Full Post >
February 03, 2011
New NAEP in Technology, Engineering Expected in 2014
The new exam will be entirely computer-based. Read Full Post >
February 01, 2011
Rural Graduates Earn Fewer Math Credits, Study Finds
The authors suggest that while much attention has been paid to disadvantages in math based on race and ethnicity, students in rural areas have access to fewer math courses. Read Full Post >
January 26, 2011
Obama Emphasizes STEM Education in State of the Union
President Obama ties STEM education to the nation's competitiveness in the world, reiterates call to recruit 100,000 new teachers in those fields. Read Full Post >
January 25, 2011
Education to Get Spotlight in State of the Union Speech
Several students with a special interest in STEM education will be seated in the first lady's box at the U.S. Capitol for the State of the Union address. Read Full Post >
January 21, 2011
'Informal' Science Learning Merits More Support, Researchers Say
An article recently published in the American Scientist magazine says growing evidence points to the power of learning science in informal settings. Read Full Post >
January 05, 2011
House Backs STEM Education Bill: Next Stop, White House
The legislation to reauthorize the America COMPETES Act was approved in the House today by a vote of 228-130, after winning Senate passage just days ago. Read Full Post >
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