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REMARQUE : Nous sommes en 2020 et nous avons mis à jour ce billet populaire en ajoutant des liens vers quatre autres articles d'Anne Jolly qui ont un objectif similaire (voir la liste ci-dessous).
Et il y en a bien d'autres ! Découvrez tous les articles d'Anne en parcourant notreCatégorie STEM by Designici à MiddleWeb.
Alors que tu démarres l'année scolaireJe me demande : comment votre programme STEM s'est-il transformé au cours des 12 derniers mois et à quoi il ressemblera maintenant ? S'il s'agit de votre première année pour un programme STEM, à quoi ressemble-t-il dans ses premières étapes ?
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Dans les deux cas, je me demande comment vous abordez certains des sujets brûlants en STEM. Cette année, la National Academy of Engineering et le National Research Council ont publiéun rapport conjoint,Intégration des STEM dans l'enseignement de la maternelle à la 12e année : statut, perspectives et programme de recherchequi identifie une variété de questions non résolues sur ce que les programmes STEM pré-universitaires devraient "être".
Quelles décisions prenez-vous sur ces questions ?
1. Comment allons-nous définir les STEM dans nos écoles ?
À quoi ressemble votre programme STEM ? Mettez-vous en œuvre S.T.E.M. ou STEM ? En d'autres termes, vous concentrez-vous sur (1) l'ajout ou le renforcement de matières STEM individuelles telles que les sciences et les mathématiques de niveau supérieur ? Ou (2) vous concentrez-vous sur unapproche intégréeoù tous les sujets doivent se réunir pour résoudre un défi d'ingénierie ?
La première option (S.T.E.M.) est évidemment plus facile – elle ne nécessite pas beaucoup de changements dans la façon dont nous faisons des affaires dans les écoles. La deuxième option est la manière généralement convenue d'aborder les STEM de la maternelle à la 12e année afin que nous développions chez les élèves une compréhension complète des connaissances et des compétences du 21e siècle.
L'industrie et l'enseignement supérieur veulent tous deux des étudiants capables d'innover, de créer et d'être des entrepreneurs. Les classes dans lesquelles les élèves « s'assoient et reçoivent » toute la période, faisant leur travail individuellement, manquent de la culture deinspiration, découverte et innovationdont les élèves ont besoin pour développer pleinement ces compétences. Dans quelle direction votre école veut-elle aller?
2. Y a-t-il un rôle pour les arts dans les STIM ?
Ce problème provoque une véritable tension cérébrale alors que les gens essaient de comprendre comment intégrer les arts (le « A ») dans les STEM. Vous travaillez peut-être avec un programme STEAM. Comment développez-vous ce programme d'une manière qui soit fidèle à la fois aux STEM et aux arts ?
Beaucoup d'idées pour inclure du contenu lié à l'art ne sont tout simplement pas fidèles à la baseprincipes de STEM. J'ai organisé un certain nombre d'articles utiles sur STEAMici.Et çaarticle de blogoffre quelques critères possibles pour les décisions concernant les programmes STEAM.
A ma demande, trois blogueurs invités pourSTEM par conceptionpesé sur cette question:
Ruth Catchera fait remarquer: "Je pense qu'il y a une grande différence entre ce que fait un artiste (que ce soit de la musique, de la danse, du théâtre ou des arts visuels) et la façon dont l'art est abordé dans l'industrie pour concevoir ou vendre quelque chose."
Carolyn De Cristofanoconvenu : « Il y a des artistes talentueux dont le travail ne peut être qualifié de « pratique » ou « utile » au sens matériel de ce mot. Là encore, la réalité est qu'il y en a d'autres qui s'engagent à utiliser l'art pour servir un objectif. Je me demande si l'intégration des STEM et des arts pourrait nuire aux arts en mettant l'accent uniquement sur ces applications pratiques. »
Suzanne Prueta déclaré: "Maintenant, notre tâche est de voir quel(s) type(s) ou formes d'art soutiendront le mieux l'apprentissage des mathématiques et des sciences dans les STEM intégrés... Je pense que la réponse à cette question peut être complexe et pas la même pour tous les élèves."
Carolyn a conclu avec la question que toute personne développant un programme STEAM doit se poser : « Qu'est-ce qui est unique dans les arts dont nous avons besoin dans les STEM ? Et que peuvent faire les STEM pour aider à l'éducation artistique (faire et faire de l'art) ? »
Répondre à cette question nécessitera beaucoup de réflexion et un certain degré de prise de risque. Allez-y!
3. Nous dépendons de la diversité
Selon Ben Ingham dansMagazine STIM(p.17) la sécurité et la prospérité économique de notre pays dépendent d'une main-d'œuvre hautement qualifiée possédant des compétences avancées en STEM. La science, la technologie, l'ingénierie et les mathématiques sont à la base de l'industrie et du commerce en Amérique. Mais tu le sais.
Alors pourquoi constatons-nous que notre nation s'affaisse en matière d'innovation et de compétitivité, et comment allons-nous attirer plus de personnes dans ces domaines ? Eh bien, réfléchissez à ceci : les chiffres montrent quefemmes et minoritéssont définitivement sous-représentés dans les domaines STEM. Ces groupes comptent de nombreuses personnes intelligentes, créatives et talentueuses qui ont ce qu'il faut pour les carrières STEM. Alors, comment votre école s'assure-t-elle qu'un groupe d'élèves large et diversifié participe aux activités et aux cours STEM ?
Prendre la décision de cibler les groupes minoritaires exerce une pression sur les écoles K-12 pour mieux recruter, impliquer et préparer ces élèves. Cela peut être un développement passionnant !Ce postsur les filles dans les STEM suggère trois façons d'éviter d'exclure les filles par inadvertance. Ces suggestions peuvent également s'appliquer aux minorités. Bien que tous les étudiants ne choisissent pas une carrière STEM, participer à des cours qui les inspirent - qui offrent une culture de créativité, de découverte et d'innovation - les préparera à vivre une vie plus remplie et à faire du monde un meilleur endroit dans n'importe quelle carrière.
4. Fournir des STEM pour TOUS
Mettre les STEM à la disposition destousétudiants est une idée que votre école doit considérer. Pensez-y : l'école X propose un programme STEM spécial après l'école. Est-ce suffisant ? Certes, les programmes STEM parascolaires de qualité sont précieux; cependant, le but ultime de STEM est de préparertousétudiants à être alphabétisés STEM.Un enseignantmets le comme ça:
«Je ne peux pas m'empêcher de penser que certains de ces programmes spéciaux sont quelque peu élitistes. C'est formidable que des étudiants motivés et bien préparés aient ces opportunités, mais je serais plus enthousiaste à propos des STEM s'il y avait plus d'accent sur l'aidetousles élèves acquièrent les connaissances mathématiques, scientifiques et technologiques dont ils auront besoin pour fonctionner comme des citoyens efficaces et informés.
Ainsi, en plus d'offrir des programmes parascolaires et des camps d'été, réfléchissez à la façon dont vous pouvez vous engagertousétudiants en STEM. Cela implique probablement d'inclure les STEM dans le programme de base. Vous devrez peut-être décider si et comment vous allez travailler pour y parvenir.
5. Suivre la technologie
Ouah! Ce composant STEM évolue si vite qu'il est difficile de suivre. Qu'est-ce que votre école offrira dans le domaine de la technologie ? Coder pour tous les élèves ? Le jeu comme moyen d'apprendre du contenu ? Ces idées se répandent et prennent feu. Gardez à l'esprit qu'un programme technologique en soi est une bonne chose. Cependant, un programme technologique qui s'interface avec STEM est ce que vous recherchez dans un programme STEM.
Prenez des décisions sur la manière dont la technologie sera incluse dans vos programmes STEM. (Et rappelez-vous que tout ce que les étudiants créent pour répondre à un besoin est une technologie.) Pour un exemple de programme STEM axé sur la technologie, permettez-moi de vous présenter à nouveau cet exemple bien développé :La collaboration de l'armée de l'air. Jouez un peu avec. Cela semble compliqué au début, mais continuez. Ça va t'attraper !
Ce sont cinq sujets brûlants auxquels réfléchir lorsque vous planifiez, lancez ou améliorez votre programme STEM existant. Mettez-les sur votre radar STEM et intégrez-les à votre plan et à votre engagement STEM.
FAQs
What's considered a STEM major? ›
STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. The term serves as an umbrella for a number of fields, including information technology, software development, computer network architecture, information security, and others.
At what age do girls lose interest in STEM? ›"Girls become interested in so-called STEM subjects around the age of 11 and then quickly lose interest when they're 15."
What is the acronym STEM stand for? ›STEM is an acronym for the fields of science, technology, engineering and math. Discussion of STEM-related programs has become a presidential priority because too few college students are pursuing degrees in these fields.
What is a STEM program? ›STEM is an acronym for Science, Technology, Engineering and Math education. It is an interdisciplinary approach that helps students succeed in college and in their future careers. The focus of a STEM education is hands-on, problem-based learning.
How long does it take to get a STEM major? ›Some typical timeframes include: Certificate programs: ~1 Year. Associate degree: ~2 Years. Bachelor's degree: ~4 Years.
Is STEM worth it? ›Is a STEM degree worth it? For many people, the answer is yes. Here are just some of the benefits of STEM career: Increased Salary – People employed in STEM occupations earn over double the median income according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics (USBLS).
What age do girls mature the most? ›Girls tend to have a major growth spurt between the ages of 10 and 14. Most will have reached their adult height by the time they are 14 or 15 years old. This major growth spurt happens during the phase of physical and psychosocial development known as puberty.
What percent of STEM majors are female? ›Findings. Overall, women accounted for 29.3 percent of STEM federal workers. Science occupations had the most (49,546), while math occupations in the federal sector had the fewest number of women (6,469). There were significantly fewer women in Technology and Engineering than expected.
What age do most girls fall in love? ›And, according to the findings, the average age you'll find your partner varies from gender to gender. That's right - the research found that the average woman finds their life partner at the age of 25, while for men, they're more likely to find their soulmate at 28.
What does STEM loss mean? ›to stop something from spreading or increasing, especially something bad. These policies have helped to stem population loss.
What does STEM stand for in mental health? ›
Psychology as a Core Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Discipline. American Psychological Association. ( 2022, April 20). Psychology as a Core Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Discipline.
What does STEM stand for in early years? ›STEM learning is the teaching and learning of science, technology, engineering and maths and is part of our everyday lives.
Is STEM program hard? ›For many, the hardness of STEM is associated with it being academically challenging and with folks not being able to engage with it. In reality, the hardness is about the inflexibility of STEM and the fact that it does not bend to the needs of the person engaging with it.
What makes a good STEM program? ›A good STEM program should include collaboration, hands-on activities, and an open atmosphere that encourages questioning and creative thinking. STEM programs/schools can be started in youth or as a young adult to adult age. Learning how to think critically will be useful at any age.
What percent of STEM majors drop out? ›These preliminary results show that attrition from STEM majors is common: among all students who start college as STEM majors, after 4 years of college, 45 percent of women and 43 percent of the men have left the STEM majors.
What is the hardest course in STEM? ›Computer science is considered one of the hardest STEM majors because it requires a deep understanding of programming languages, algorithms, and data structures, as well as a strong math and logical reasoning aptitude.
How much does a STEM degree cost? ›programs usually cost between $60,000 and $120,000 for two to three years of tuition, and many students receive fellowships or assistantships that pay for some or all of this cost.
What is the easiest science degree to get? ›Health degrees, such as health administration or health science, are among the easiest science majors to receive. A health degree is more theoretical than many science degrees, and as a result, it often has less research and lab work.
Is it too late to go into STEM? ›Given these statistics, it's never too late to start learning STEM. The most common reasons for women wanting to move to a career in STEM: Higher pay and better benefits. Career advancement and changing career focus.
How much money can you make with STEM? ›STEM workers earn more than non-STEM workers, regardless of sex, race, ethnicity, or disability status. STEM workers had median wage and salary earnings of about $64,000, higher than the $40,000 earned by those working in non-STEM occupations (figure 4-1).
At what age do men stop growing? ›
Although some men may continue to grow in their 20s, most men's growth plates are closed by 21 years. Hence, it is unlikely for men to grow after 21 years, with some exceptions. In a healthy growth pattern, your bone increases in length due to the growth plates in the bone called epiphyses.
At what age do males stop growing? ›Changes in Boys
The growth spurt of boys is, on average, about 2 years later than that of girls. By age 16, most boys have stopped growing, but their muscles will continue to develop.
Women reach full emotional maturity around age 32, while men finish maturing around age 43.
Why do girls lose interest in STEM? ›The reasons range from peer pressure, to a lack of role models and support from parents as well as teachers, to a general misperception of what STEM careers look like in the real world.
What race dominates the STEM field? ›White workers represent the largest racial demographic in the STEM field, accounting for 69% of all STEM employees. This percentage represents an overrepresentation compared to the overall workforce.
How many African Americans are in STEM? ›In 2021, Blacks were about 12 percent of the adult population in the United States but made up only 9 percent of the STEM workforce. In 2011, Blacks were 7 percent of all STEM workers.
What age do most girls get a boyfriend? ›According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, kids start dating at an average age of 12 and a half for girls and 13 and a half for boys. Every teen — or preteen — is different, though, and your child might be ready sooner or later than their peers.
At what age do boys start liking girls? ›First crushes may occur at any time, but generally start at around 10-13 years of age. They are an important step in developing normal and healthy romantic relationships, and provide opportunities to learn how to compromise and communicate.
What is the best age to make love? ›There's no such thing as a “normal” age for becoming sexually active. Deciding whether to have sex is a highly personal decision that can be influenced by a variety of factors, such as religion, family and personal values, peer influence, and the status of your relationship.
What happens when you cut off a stem? ›A stem cutting includes a piece of stem plus any attached leaves or buds. Thus, the stem cutting only needs to form new roots to be a complete, independent plant. A leaf cutting uses just the leaf, so both new roots and new stems must be formed to create a new plant.
What would happen if stem tip is removed? ›
If the stem tip of the plant is cut, apical growth of the plant stops growing. Lateral buds start growing due to which branches are formed.
How long does a stem last? ›The stem cells injected into the target area will continue working for up to one year, and many patients do not require multiple treatments. Consider the benefits of trying stem cell therapy for your joint problems and experience an effective alternative to surgery.
Where do symptoms of mental health disorders STEM from? ›- childhood abuse, trauma, or neglect.
- social isolation or loneliness.
- experiencing discrimination and stigma, including racism.
- social disadvantage, poverty or debt.
- bereavement (losing someone close to you)
- severe or long-term stress.
- having a long-term physical health condition.
Mental illness itself comes from the interaction of multiple genes and other factors – such as stress, abuse, or a traumatic event – which can influence, or trigger, an illness in a person who has an inherited likeliness to have it.
What is a STEM thinker? ›STEM Thinking can be defined as "purposely thinking about how STEM concepts, principles, and practices are connected to most of the products and systems we use in our daily lives." At the collegiate level, STEM education encourages students to pursue STEM careers in order to meet the growing need for trained ...
Is STEM important in early years? ›Exposing children to STEM at a young age supports their overall academic growth and develops early thinking and reasoning skills. The real-life skills that children develop when learning STEM help make them better problem solvers and learners.
What does STEM mean for senior high? ›STEM is an approach to learning and development that integrates the areas of science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Through STEM, students develop key skills including: problem solving.
What is the difference between STEM and STEM education? ›STEAM stands for science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics. STEM is still the more prevalent acronym in education, with focuses on STEM-certified schools and STEM labs and entire categories of STEM-related educational products, while the “Arts” are a recent addition.
What can you do with STEM skills? ›Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) programs open the door to many different careers, including opportunities in engineering, science, and research. STEM professionals can explore diverse fields like aeronautics and biochemistry.
What percent of Americans have a STEM degree? ›Of the 1.8 million bachelor's degrees awarded in 2015–16, about 331,000 (18 percent) were in STEM fields. The percentage of bachelor's degrees awarded that were in STEM fields varied by race/ethnicity.
Does STEM require math? ›
Math is one of the most important skills for a STEM career because it's used extensively in all four STEM fields. Students earn math degrees in disciplines such as algebra, geometry, and statistics.
Is STEM the highest paying? ›Majors in STEM fields – science, technology, engineering and math – drew the highest salaries. Those in theology, social services and various educational services were among the lowest, the report said.
What is the most popular STEM career? ›- Software Developer.
- Nurse Practitioner.
- Medical and Health Services Manager.
- Physician Assistant.
- Information Security Analyst.
- IT Manager.
- Web Developer.
- Problem-solving.
- Critical thinking.
- Creativity.
- Curiosity.
- Logical-mathematical skills.
- Engineering-design skills.
Check that your major is correct and STEM eligible. On the first page of your I-20, towards the middle, your major is listed. Next to the major is a series of numbers, called the CIP code. If your CIP code is listed on the STEM Designated Degree Program List, then your major is eligible for the STEM OPT Extension.
How do you know if my major counts as a STEM? ›Is My Degree a STEM-Designated Degree Program? The first step is to find the classification number of your degree. The Classification of Educational Programs, a database provided by the Department of Education is helpful in looking up the CIP code for a specific degree.
What majors aren t STEM? ›A non-STEM major is a major that isn't in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics. This means non-STEM majors include those in business, literature, education, arts, and humanities.
Is nursing considered STEM? ›The U.S.Bureau of Labor Statistics includes nursing as a STEM field and STEM adjacent, recognizing practitioner occupations as STEM professions. Higher education has also embraced nursing as a STEM profession, with several universities including nursing in their science programs.
What is a good GPA for a STEM major? ›The average cumulative GPA of all undergraduate students on campus as of Fall 2021 is 3.33. Students in the above-listed STEM departments have a mean GPA of 3.39; higher than the campus-wide average.
What does it mean to be STEM eligible? ›STEM is an acronym that stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. Students may be eligible for an additional 24 months of work authorization if they complete a program in a STEM designated field.
What degrees are eligible for STEM OPT extension? ›
To qualify for the STEM OPT extension, an F-1 student must hold a bachelor's degree or a higher degree in an eligible STEM field from an SEVP-certified school that is accredited (by an accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education) at the time the student submits their STEM OPT extension application ...
Is it good to be a STEM major? ›Workers with STEM degrees are likely to find high-paying, long-term, rewarding careers. With the right approach, you can get the right degree and launch a STEM career that enriches your life, makes a sizable income, and keeps you busy for decades.
When should I apply for STEM OPT? ›You can submit your STEM OPT extension application to USCIS as early as 90 days prior to the end of your current OPT period. We recommend that you submit your STEM OPT Request via OISS Connect and upload your I-983 no later than one month prior to the end of your current Post-Completion OPT.
What is the hardest STEM major? ›Geological engineering is considered one of the hardest STEM majors because it combines elements of various disciplines, including geology, geophysics, geochemistry, hydrology, and engineering. It also requires a strong understanding of math and physics and the ability to analyze and interpret complex data sets.
What is the best non-STEM major? ›While you can find high-salary earning potential with a science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM) major, you can also pursue non-STEM majors that lead to high-paying roles. Majors in the arts, humanities, social sciences and public administration fields are great high-paying options.
Is it harder to get into college as a STEM major? ›With the increased emphasis on STEM, admission to college STEM majors has become very competitive. If you are hoping for admission to a STEM-focused major, you may plan to declare this concentration on your college applications.
Is a doctor considered STEM? ›You may be left wondering what STEM jobs you can pursue. STEM careers go beyond just being a doctor or an engineer – the opportunities are endless! So what are some of the major STEM careers you should be exploring?
What areas of STEM are important for a nurse? ›While nursing is rooted in the fundamentals of science and math, like medicine it is not typically included as a STEM field despite nurses needing to apply math, biology, and technology every day.
Is the medical field considered STEM? ›It includes disciplines in the life sciences, physical sciences, engineering, mathematics, computer science, and the health sciences.