Who would’ve thunk it: science is important

A report was released today by the Carnegie Corporation of New York-Institute for Advanced Study Commission on Mathematics and Science Education that makes the case for emphasizing science and math education in our nation’s schools.

Our nation needs an educated young citizenry with the capacity to contribute to and gain from the country’s future productivity, understand policy choices, and participate in building a sustainable future. Knowledge and skills from science, technology, engineering, and mathematics—the so-called STEM fields—are crucial to virtually every endeavor of individual and community life. All young Americans should be educated to be “STEM-capable,” no matter where they live, what educational path they pursue, or in which field they choose to work.

I haven’t had the chance to read through the thick report yet. I welcome you to do so and leave your impressions in the comments.

(H/T The Gradebook)

About Brandon Haught

Communications Director for Florida Citizens for Science.
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