STEM makes headlines every day--a definite education priority from the highest levels of government on down. The goal: invigorate the teaching of science, technology, engineering, and math in our middle and high schools and raise America's academic standing in the world.
Like many others, President Obama has been quite vocal about the shortcomings of STEM teaching and our students' lackluster testing performance, hence the government's push for improvement.
Initiated an annual White House science fair.
Launched his "Educate to Innovate" campaign, a nationwide effort to move America's students up from the middle of the pack in math and science.
Challenged scientists, engineers, educators, the private sector, and governors to join him in a national campaign to engage students in STEM fields.
Given a competitive edge to states that commit to improving STEM education in his Race to the Top grant contest.
Recently honored about 100 outstanding middle and high school math and science teachers from around the country at the White House.
Applauded the grassroots National Lab Day initiative intended to revitalize science and math education and lead to increased American competitiveness.
And as he has said, "Passionate educators with deep content expertise can make all the difference, enabling hands-on learning that truly engages students-including girls and underrepresented minorities-and preparing them to tackle the 'grand challenges' of the 21st century, such as increasing energy independence, improving people's health, protecting the environment, and strengthening national security."
Despite such good intentions, however, there's been no apparent trickledown effect when it comes to the award-winning Science in Motion program.
Like many others, President Obama has been quite vocal about the shortcomings of STEM teaching and our students' lackluster testing performance, hence the government's push for improvement.
Initiated an annual White House science fair.
Launched his "Educate to Innovate" campaign, a nationwide effort to move America's students up from the middle of the pack in math and science.
Challenged scientists, engineers, educators, the private sector, and governors to join him in a national campaign to engage students in STEM fields.
Given a competitive edge to states that commit to improving STEM education in his Race to the Top grant contest.
Recently honored about 100 outstanding middle and high school math and science teachers from around the country at the White House.
Applauded the grassroots National Lab Day initiative intended to revitalize science and math education and lead to increased American competitiveness.
And as he has said, "Passionate educators with deep content expertise can make all the difference, enabling hands-on learning that truly engages students-including girls and underrepresented minorities-and preparing them to tackle the 'grand challenges' of the 21st century, such as increasing energy independence, improving people's health, protecting the environment, and strengthening national security."
Despite such good intentions, however, there's been no apparent trickledown effect when it comes to the award-winning Science in Motion program.
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