STEM education helps to bridge the ethnic and gender gaps sometimes found in math and science fields.
By the end of the 12th grade, students should have gained sufficient knowledge of the practices, crosscutting concepts, and core ideas of science and engineering to engage in public discussions on science-related issues, to be critical consumers of scientific information related to their everyday lives, and to continue to learn about science throughout their lives.
17%
According to the U. S. Department of Commerce, STEM occupations are growing.
9.8%
non-STEM related job growth
26%
income for STEM degree holders have a higher income even in non-STEM careers.
The actual doing of science or engineering can pique students’ curiosity, capture their interest, and motivate their continued study.
less than 30% of the world's researchers are women
Throughout history, women have made extensive contributions in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). Whether it is Sally Ride, who transformed history by being the first American woman to fly into space, or Katherine Johnson, whose historical contributions to STEM were captured in "Hidden Figures." The STEM fields should be open to all. Yet, across the US there is a lack of gender diversity in STEM fields.
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The NGSS were developed in a two-step process in partnership with the National Research Council (NRC), the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA), the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) and Achieve.
Practice 1
Science & Engineering
Science and Engineering Practices allow students to explore, analyze, and explain the natural world. The practices enable learners to demonstrate cognitive, social, and physical skills as they create meaningful connections between core ideas and crosscutting concepts. These skills provide insight into what scientists do to investigate and what engineers do to design systems. Engaging in the practices allows students to develop and enhance their understanding of their subject material while building key competencies.
Practice 2
Crosscutting Concepts
Crosscutting Concepts allow students to explore the commonalities across different scientific domains, such as Physical Science, Life Science, Earth and Space Science, and Engineering Design. By being explicit about concepts like “cause and effect” for students, they can develop a logical and scientifically-informed understanding of the world.
Practice 3
Disciplinary Core Idea
Disciplinary Core Ideas (DCIs) are a significant part of science education and play an important role in aiding student learning. DCIs have relevance across multiple scientific or engineering disciplines and grow more complex as students progress through grade levels. DCIs consists of four core domains: Physical Science, Life Science, Earth and Space Science, and Engineering.
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