Federal Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Education. 5-Year Strategic Plan. A Report from the Committee on STEM Education National Science and Technology Council.

摘要

Advances in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) have long been central to our Nation's ability to manufacture better and smarter products, improve health care, develop cleaner and more efficient domestic energy sources, preserve the environment, safeguard national security, and grow the economy. For the United States to maintain its preeminent position in the world it will be essential that the Nation continues to lead in STEM, but evidence indicates that current educational pathways are not leading to a sufficiently large and well-trained STEM workforce to achieve this goal. Nor is the U.S. education system cultivating a culture of STEM necessary for a STEM-literate public. Thus it is essential that the United States enhance U.S. students engagement in STEM disciplines and inspire and equip many more students to excel in STEM.