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Sample STEM PowerPoint

by The Institute for a Competitive Workforce

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Higher levels of mathematics and science learning for all American students

Mobilize the nation for excellence and equity in mathematics and science education.

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Higher levels of mathematics and science learning for all American students• Increase the science and math content in

out-of-school time programming through project-based, real-world activities.

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Higher levels of mathematics and science learning for all American students

• Place mathematics and science at the center of education innovation, improvement, and accountability.

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Common standards in math and science that are fewer, clearer, and higher, coupled with aligned assessments

• Establish common standards that are fewer, clearer, and higher.

• Develop sophisticated assessments and accountability mechanisms that stimulate instructional improvement and innovation in mathematics and science.

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Improved teaching and professional learning, supported by better school and system management

• Increase the supply of math and science teachers at all grade levels by improving teacher preparation and recruitment.

• Improve professional learning for all teachers, with an eye toward revolutionizing math and science teaching.

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Improved teaching and professional learning, supported by better school and system management

• Upgrade human capital management throughout U.S. schools and school systems toward ensuring an effective teacher for every student, regardless of socio-economic background.

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Other STEM Recommendations

• The full spectrum of STEM careers often goes overlooked by young students. Help defeat misconceptions of what it’s like to have a STEM career by providing career guidance, offering internships, or job shadowing opportunities.

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Other STEM Recommendations• Emphasize the

importance of STEM education for all employees – not just your STEM focused ones. A good STEM education helps build critical thinking and problem solving skills needed by all employees!

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More Resources on STEM education

• The Opportunity Equation by the Carnegie Corporation of New York

• Change the Equation• Common Core State Standards Initiative• Tapping America’s Potential• The Ohio STEM Learning Network by the

Battelle Foundation• National Math + Science Initiative• National Lab Day