How to Prepare K-12 Scholars for Future STEM Careers
Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics – or STEM as it is commonly called, covers all the subjects that fall under these four academic disciplines. It’s a well-documented fact that American students tend to fare poorly in science and math tests when compared to students from other developed nations, despite knowing how exceptionally well jobs in these fields pay. Those who graduate from college with a degree in any of the four STEM disciplines earn significantly more than those who graduate with other degrees. Moreover, the job opportunities in STEM are considerably more than in other fields, with massive room for growth as well. Now that we’ve established how important a STEM career could be in the long run, it’s time to identify ways through which K-12 students can be prepared for them. Skills needed for a successful career in STEM For your child to be prepared for a successful career in a STEM discipline, they must know how to connect arithmetic, geometric, and al