U.S. Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM) Education (Education in a Competitive and Globalizing World) - Hardcover

Fadaei, Amir Hosein; Setayeshi, Saeed

 
9781611225495: U.S. Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM) Education (Education in a Competitive and Globalizing World)
Hardcover
ISBN 10: 1611225493 ISBN 13: 9781611225495
Publisher: Nova Science Publishers Inc, 2011

Synopsis

A large majority of secondary school students fail to reach proficiency in math and science, and many are taught by teachers lacking adequate subject matter knowledge. When compared to other nations, the math and science achievement of U.S. pupils and the rate of STEM degree attainment appear inconsistent with a nation considered the world leader in scientific innovation. In a recent international assessment of 15-year old students, the U.S. ranked 28th in math literacy and 24th in science literacy. Moreover, the U.S. ranks 20th among all nations in the proportion of 24-year olds who earn degrees in natural science or engineering. This book provides background and context to understand the legislative developments in STEM and examines the federal role in promoting STEM education and policy.

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Publisher
Nova Science Publishers Inc
Publication date
2011
Language
English
ISBN 10 
1611225493
ISBN 13 
9781611225495
Binding
Hardcover
Number of pages
205