We are living and competing in a global economy that demands individuals become more educated and fluent in Science Technology Engineering and Math (STEM) related skills in order to be valued in the work place.
Out of 30 industrialized nations, American teens rank 25th in math and 21st in science.
The number of students entering the courses of study and careers associated with STEM has dramatically fallen. There are 19 other countries that produce more scientists and engineers than the US. China and India have the top number of graduates in these fields.
Example: College graduation levels in 2006: China 2.5 million, India 2.3 million and US 1.3 million. (readyindiana.org)
In response to this need within the counties of Chenango, Delaware and Otsego, a regional partnership was convened to strategically develop, foster and promote STEM initiatives.
Out of 30 industrialized nations, American teens rank 25th in math and 21st in science.
The number of students entering the courses of study and careers associated with STEM has dramatically fallen. There are 19 other countries that produce more scientists and engineers than the US. China and India have the top number of graduates in these fields.
Example: College graduation levels in 2006: China 2.5 million, India 2.3 million and US 1.3 million. (readyindiana.org)
In response to this need within the counties of Chenango, Delaware and Otsego, a regional partnership was convened to strategically develop, foster and promote STEM initiatives.