K-12 STEM Education and Workforce Development in Rural Areas (Advancing Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Education) - Softcover

National Academies Of Sciences, Engineering, And Medicine; Division Of Behavioral And Social Sciences And Education; Board On Science Education; Committee On K–12 STEM Education And Workforce Development In Rural Areas

Softcover

ISBN 10: 030973004X ISBN 13: 9780309730044

Publisher: National Academies Press, 2025

Synopsis

Rural areas can provide a rich context for learning science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), but these communities and the students in them are often overlooked in ongoing efforts to expand access to high-quality K-12 STEM education and workforce development. Addressing barriers, often related to funding, and promoting unrecognized assets for STEM learning can enhance the ability of individuals in rural areas to further engage in and contribute to their communities or to broader scientific exploration and discovery.

K-12 STEM Education and Workforce Development in Rural Areas makes recommendations to federal, state, and local educational agencies, programs, and other relevant stakeholders to advance STEM education and workforce development for rural America. This report comes in response to a mandate within the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022.

Edition details

• Publisher: National Academies Press
• Publication date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 030973004X
• ISBN 13: 9780309730044
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 280
• Editor: Cady Elizabeth T., Frase Katharine, Neill Tiffany