Mark your calendars! These STEM-themed days give you a reason to celebrate at home and in the classroom. — Written by: Andrew B. Raupp / @stemceo Now more than ever, we need festivities to bring us together. And what could be better than celebrating our favorite subjects: science, technology, engineering and math? There are plenty of official holidays and events designed to give STEM subjects the attention they deserve…

Deviation and Evolution Perspectives of a Broader, Popular Movement — Written by: Andrew B. Raupp / @stemceo STEM as an acronym has a long, complex history that can make it difficult to reach consensus on exactly what this important educational movement is all about, but there are some basic features that many can agree on. …

Toymakers and brands lend a hand to science, technology, engineering and mathematics education — Written by: Andrew B. Raupp / @stemceo If you were to close your eyes and imagine an inventor, what would you picture? For most people, the image of a lone genius toiling away in solitude is a strong one. From Einstein figuring out physics formulas, to Edison in his patent…

Challenging the “4th Industrial Revolution”, A Critical Analysis — Written by: Andrew B. Raupp / @stemceo The concept of the “4th Industrial Revolution”, also referred to as 4IR or Industry 4.0, has gained significant attention in recent years, with many touting its potential to transform the way we live and work. However, there are several reasons to believe that…

No, the World Economic Forum doesn’t “own the science” as it claims — even when it’s correct on certain issues. — This document was drafted in response to a growing number of concerns voiced by those within the STEM education community throughout the Collective West, in collaboration with representatives from BRICS+ nations — many of which choose to remain anonymous for fear of retribution. We, the undersigned educators, researchers, and advocates…

An Introspective on Scientism and Technocracy — Written by: Andrew B. Raupp / @stemceo As we stand on the threshold of a new era in human history, we find ourselves confronted with a question of profound importance: what role will science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) play in our society? In recent years, we have witnessed a…

Recent advancements can continue to help students with chronic conditions thrive. — Written by: Andrew B. Raupp / @stemceo The world appears to be experiencing massive transformation, and it’s no exaggeration to say that we’ll be sorting through the meaning of these changes for years to come. One of the most fascinating developments has been the rapid switch to distance learning for…

Harnessing a natural fascination with flight can lead to new heights in science, technology, engineering and math learning — Written by: Andrew B. Raupp / @stemceo Who doesn’t dream of soaring above the earth for a bird’s-eye view of the world below? Children of all ages love to imagine the freedom of flying above the clouds, and many are thrilled by airplanes from their earliest years on up. That’s…

The female phenoms spanning seven continents, who are making a global impact in science, technology, engineering and math — Written by: Andrew B. Raupp / @stemceo After decades of hard work to promote young people’s interest in the STEM subjects of science, technology, engineering and math, STEM education leaders can rejoice in some major successes. For one, enrollment in university STEM programs has been steadily increasing since the year…