How math and science education can lead to a brighter future
for students
BPT
(ARA) – In a world that is defined by rapid change –
particularly in technology – there are concerns that students today won’t be
prepared for the challenges of the future. Of all U.S. high school students who
graduated in 2011, only 45 percent were ready for college-level math and 30
percent for science, according to ACT, a college-entrance testing agency. As
jobs increasingly require proficiency or expertise in STEM subjects (science,
technology, engineering, and math), it’s more important than ever that children
are inspired to explore these subjects and understand their real impact on our
everyday lives.
STEM drives an incredible number of the innovations we see
today, from the fastest jet planes to the cars in our driveways to the
televisions in our living rooms. Even the video and computer games that
children and teenagers turn to for entertainment are based on STEM.
However, interest among students in these important subjects
is lagging. And with the extraordinary number of careers and opportunities for
growth in STEM fields, many organizations in both the private and public
sectors are taking action to bolster student interest and enthusiasm in this
area. Samsung, for example, is working to make STEM fun and exciting with their
STEM education program called Solve for Tomorrow. It’s a national contest that
encourages teachers and students to creatively use STEM to explore and improve
their local environment and community.
“Our goal is to raise awareness and interest in STEM
subjects, while providing teachers and students with the resources they need to
innovate and grow,” says David Steel, executive vice president of corporate
strategy for Samsung Electronics North America.
“We as a nation need to make STEM education a top priority,”
says Betsy Landers, President of the National Parent Teacher Association (PTA),
who joined as a program partner this year. “According to the U.S. Department of
Labor, 15 of the 20 fastest growing occupations projected for 2014 require
significant mathematics or science preparation. It is clear that making STEM
education a priority is important, for our nation’s short and long-term future.
We commend Samsung for their efforts in making a difference in the education
and lives of children.”
To learn more about
the contest or submit an application, please visit samsung.com/solvefortomorrow.
As the world continues to change in unexpected ways, the
demand for technological developments will only increase. By equipping students
of today with knowledge and interest in STEM subjects, we’re fostering the
innovators of tomorrow.
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