The Rise of STEM in Schools
Brian Wallace
Founder, NowSourcing - Infographic Expert | Google Board Member | International Keynote Speaker | Featured: NYT, Forbes, Mashable | Innovate Summit Creator | Advisory: #SXSW, Lexmark
The success of the American STEM workforce is dependent on the preparation, and interest, of today’s students. Luckily, test scores are rising, and today’s high school graduates are among the first-ever to complete an entire K-12 education with a focus on STEM curricula - emphasizing the subjects of emphasis on science, technology, education, and mathematics. Student interest is growing as well: 86% of high school graduates plan to dive into a STEM-related career after college. Taking action, 3 in 4 college graduates majored in STEM-related fields in 2018. Still, the STEM workforce faces lies in crisis.
Recently reported, the need for employees with technical skills is rising. Moreover, 74% of employers say finding the right talent is growing tougher. With an emphasis on high-level learning and project-based lessons, today’s students learn a well-balanced mix of soft and hard skills. Check out one of our latest infographics, highlighting everything from the history of STEM studies, to whether or not the globally-used curricula proves beneficial.
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About the Author:
Brian Wallace is the Founder of NowSourcing, the top rated infographic agency in the nation. Connect with him on LinkedIn, Twitter, and if you're really into what he does, Book a time to chat.