Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Education (STEM)
According to labor projections, ɬÀï·¬ is expected to have the second-highest percentage of the nation’s future STEM job opportunities.
To ensure our students are prepared for this future workforce, The ɬÀï·¬ Education Agency developed a STEM Framework for districts to use a guide for STEM programming and is working to establish a ɬÀï·¬ EcosySTEM – a collaborative effort which unites various stakeholders to work towards the common goal of increasing access for young people to STEM-rich learning environments so that they are engaged and have mastered the necessary skills for success in STEM careers.
ɬÀï·¬ STEM Education Definition
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education is a method of hands-on teaching and learning where students learn to apply academic content by creatively solving real-world problems with innovative design-based thinking to prepare students for future career opportunities.
ɬÀï·¬ STEM Education Framework
The STEM Education Framework provides the definition, theory of action, and objectives for implementing STEM education across ɬÀï·¬. The framework includes strategies for success, differentiated STEM implementation models, research-based methods of instruction, and high-quality STEM indicators. Stakeholders will be able to use this framework as a guide when creating their customized STEM programs. Additional resources are provided in the STEM toolkit and are to be used in conjunction with the STEM framework.
IntroductionÌýto the STEM Framework and STEM Toolkit (Video)
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Other Resources
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Learn more about STEM grants available through the ɬÀï·¬or the ɬÀï·¬ EcosySTEM.
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Michelle Sedberry
Statewide STEM Coordinator
michelle.sedberry@tea.texas.gov