https://www.edweek.org/stem STEM en-US 2021 (c) Education Week Thu, 12 Feb 2026 22:03:17 GMT https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/talking-to-astronauts-and-other-ways-to-get-kids-excited-about-stem/2026/02 Educators need to look beyond standard curricula to expose students to real-world STEM experiences. Thu, 12 Feb 2026 22:03:17 GMT https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/talking-to-astronauts-and-other-ways-to-get-kids-excited-about-stem/2026/02 https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/opinion-6-practical-tips-for-planning-a-family-stem-night-at-your-school/2026/02 Informal science events are a great way to engage students (and parents). Here’s where to start. Tue, 10 Feb 2026 18:38:50 GMT https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/opinion-6-practical-tips-for-planning-a-family-stem-night-at-your-school/2026/02 https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/video-1st-lesson-in-this-paralympians-engineering-class-build-a-prosthetic-arm/2025/10 The students use 3D printers, laser cutters, and a lot of glue. Tue, 21 Oct 2025 17:50:22 GMT https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/video-1st-lesson-in-this-paralympians-engineering-class-build-a-prosthetic-arm/2025/10 https://www.edweek.org/sponsor/first/supercharged-by-stem-learning-how-first-robotics-boosted-volusia-county-students-state-exam-scores-by-50 Hands-on STEM programming developed by the global, youth-serving nonprofit, FIRST, is proven to improve test scores, build self-confidence, and prepare student participants for real-world success. Fri, 03 Oct 2025 16:00:00 GMT https://www.edweek.org/sponsor/first/supercharged-by-stem-learning-how-first-robotics-boosted-volusia-county-students-state-exam-scores-by-50 https://www.edweek.org/policy-politics/trump-administration-slashes-stem-education-research-grants/2025/09 Some experts say the funding cuts are at odds with the administration's AI learning priorities. Fri, 26 Sep 2025 19:36:24 GMT https://www.edweek.org/policy-politics/trump-administration-slashes-stem-education-research-grants/2025/09 https://www.edweek.org/technology/how-one-teacher-built-a-stem-and-robotics-program-on-a-shoestring-budget/2025/09 This rural Arkansas elementary and middle school teacher gives her students rich STEM experiences by using a creative mix of tools. Thu, 04 Sep 2025 18:32:44 GMT https://www.edweek.org/technology/how-one-teacher-built-a-stem-and-robotics-program-on-a-shoestring-budget/2025/09 https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/making-time-for-science-in-kindergarten-could-have-a-big-payoff/2025/08 When teachers in grades P-1 received high-quality curriculum and PD in science, students' scores rose, a new meta-analysis finds. Thu, 14 Aug 2025 20:28:01 GMT https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/making-time-for-science-in-kindergarten-could-have-a-big-payoff/2025/08 https://www.edweek.org/sponsor/national-academies/strengthening-stem-education-and-workforce-development-in-rural-america When it comes to STEM education and workforce development, rural communities are often underserved, overlooked, and left out of the conversation entirely Fri, 01 Aug 2025 04:00:00 GMT https://www.edweek.org/sponsor/national-academies/strengthening-stem-education-and-workforce-development-in-rural-america https://www.edweek.org/events/webinar/show-what-you-know-rethinking-assessment-in-stem School and district leaders will explore strategies to enhance STEM assessment practices across their district, within schools and classrooms. Tue, 17 Jun 2025 17:19:44 GMT https://www.edweek.org/events/webinar/show-what-you-know-rethinking-assessment-in-stem https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/how-teachers-are-motivating-students-to-learn-stem-downloadable/2025/06 Teachers asked students what motivates them to work harder in STEM. Here's what they found. Fri, 13 Jun 2025 21:13:13 GMT https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/how-teachers-are-motivating-students-to-learn-stem-downloadable/2025/06 https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/students-say-they-care-more-about-stem-as-they-get-older-teachers-disagree/2025/06 An EdWeek Research Center survey examined student motivation in STEM classes. Fri, 13 Jun 2025 21:05:58 GMT https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/students-say-they-care-more-about-stem-as-they-get-older-teachers-disagree/2025/06 https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/how-to-motivate-students-to-succeed-in-stem Students can offer teachers valuable insights into what motivates them to tackle challenging STEM subjects. Tue, 27 May 2025 04:01:00 GMT https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/how-to-motivate-students-to-succeed-in-stem https://www.edweek.org/leadership/many-kids-parents-didnt-go-to-college-you-can-still-motivate-them-in-stem/2025/05 Students whose parents did not go to college often do not feel they have the necessary support to excel STEM subjects. Tue, 27 May 2025 04:01:00 GMT https://www.edweek.org/leadership/many-kids-parents-didnt-go-to-college-you-can-still-motivate-them-in-stem/2025/05 https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/teachers-parents-or-peers-who-motivates-students-most-to-pursue-stem/2025/05 Encouragement from adults—like teachers, school counselors, and parents—is crucial for motivating students in STEM. Tue, 27 May 2025 04:01:00 GMT https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/teachers-parents-or-peers-who-motivates-students-most-to-pursue-stem/2025/05 https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/stem-teachers-tell-us-what-gets-them-jazzed-about-work/2025/05 Teaching STEM classes can be difficult and frustrating, because many students lack the confidence or skills to tackle those subjects. Tue, 27 May 2025 04:01:00 GMT https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/stem-teachers-tell-us-what-gets-them-jazzed-about-work/2025/05 https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/want-to-motivate-students-in-stem-the-way-you-explain-things-matters/2025/05 How teachers explain tricky math and science concepts can affect students' motivation in their STEM classes. Tue, 27 May 2025 04:01:00 GMT https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/want-to-motivate-students-in-stem-the-way-you-explain-things-matters/2025/05 https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/students-dont-think-cellphones-distract-them-from-learning-stem-teachers-disagree/2025/05 New surveys of teens and teachers show how far apart the two groups are on this issue. Tue, 27 May 2025 04:01:00 GMT https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/students-dont-think-cellphones-distract-them-from-learning-stem-teachers-disagree/2025/05 https://www.edweek.org/leadership/how-a-tutors-gender-affects-girls-interest-in-stem/2025/05 Pairing girls with female math tutors increases STEM interest and improves academic performance in math, a Stanford study finds. Wed, 21 May 2025 19:39:52 GMT https://www.edweek.org/leadership/how-a-tutors-gender-affects-girls-interest-in-stem/2025/05 https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/girls-had-nearly-closed-the-stem-gap-with-boys-its-opening-again/2025/05 The gap between girls and boys in STEM subjects had almost closed pre-pandemic. It's opening again. Tue, 13 May 2025 04:01:00 GMT https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/girls-had-nearly-closed-the-stem-gap-with-boys-its-opening-again/2025/05 https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/how-teachers-can-incorporate-stem-without-making-it-a-big-production/2025/05 Teachers can expose their students to the STEM subjects in small ways throughout the school day. Mon, 12 May 2025 16:44:20 GMT https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/how-teachers-can-incorporate-stem-without-making-it-a-big-production/2025/05 https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/national-science-foundation-cancels-more-than-400-stem-grants/2025/05 The terminations affect teacher training, after-school programs, and district-wide initiatives to boost math and science participation. Fri, 02 May 2025 19:54:01 GMT https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/national-science-foundation-cancels-more-than-400-stem-grants/2025/05 https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/aps-newest-computer-science-course-has-attracted-more-diverse-students/2025/04 In schools where the course is offered, more girls, Black students, and Latino students take an AP computer science exam, a new study finds. Tue, 15 Apr 2025 20:35:44 GMT https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/aps-newest-computer-science-course-has-attracted-more-diverse-students/2025/04 https://www.edweek.org/events/webinar/spark-minds-reignite-students-amp-teachers-stems-role-in-supporting-presence-and-engagement Is your district struggling with chronic absenteeism? Discover how STEM can reignite students' and teachers' passion for learning. Tue, 21 Jan 2025 18:43:12 GMT https://www.edweek.org/events/webinar/spark-minds-reignite-students-amp-teachers-stems-role-in-supporting-presence-and-engagement https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/the-stem-stereotypes-that-hold-students-back-arent-what-you-think/2024/12 Girls may not underrate their math performance compared to boys, after all. But math-oriented sciences are a different matter. Thu, 19 Dec 2024 22:14:47 GMT https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/the-stem-stereotypes-that-hold-students-back-arent-what-you-think/2024/12 https://www.edweek.org/leadership/video-recruiting-and-retaining-stem-teachers-a-former-white-house-advisers-take/2024/10 A retired teacher and former White House policy adviser has some ideas for schools leaders looking to recruit and retain in STEM. Fri, 18 Oct 2024 19:22:38 GMT https://www.edweek.org/leadership/video-recruiting-and-retaining-stem-teachers-a-former-white-house-advisers-take/2024/10 https://www.edweek.org/leadership/how-these-principals-got-creative-to-recruit-stem-teachers/2024/09 One big tip is to recruit teachers you already have and help them make the switch to STEM. Fri, 20 Sep 2024 21:51:34 GMT https://www.edweek.org/leadership/how-these-principals-got-creative-to-recruit-stem-teachers/2024/09 https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/the-biggest-barriers-to-stem-education-according-to-educators/2024/09 Educators share the challenges schools face in teaching STEM. Tue, 17 Sep 2024 19:26:32 GMT https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/the-biggest-barriers-to-stem-education-according-to-educators/2024/09