Contemporary Insights into a Popular, Global Movement —

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. …

Written by: Andrew B. Raupp / @stemceo In the sun-bathed courtyards of ancient Athens, the philosopher Plato once warned of the dangers of unchecked artistry. In his seminal work, “The Republic”, he posited that art, when not rooted in the truths and values of society, can act as a distorting…

Written by: Andrew B. Raupp / @stemceo As the digital age gallops forth, altering the very fabric of society, the disciplines of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) have transcended their roles as academic subjects, becoming instead the compass by which we navigate this brave new world. Parallel to this…

How Practical Skills and Kinesthetic Learning Move Us Towards Proficiency — Written by: Andrew B. Raupp / @stemceo In the brave new era of scientific and technological advancements, the sons and daughters of this generation find themselves enraptured by codes, machines, and marvels that promise a future of limitless potential. …

A Fervent Act of Independence — Written by: Andrew B. Raupp / @stemceo In an age where the acquisition of knowledge is within the fingertips of any with a thirst for understanding, the advocacy for a rigorous education in the domains of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) becomes not just pertinent, but paramount. To walk…

ACCRA, GHANA — MakersPlace, led by its founder and CEO Douglas Ayitey, renowned for advancing STEM education in Ghana, is proud to announce a landmark partnership with STEM.org Educational Research™. This collaboration promises to revolutionize STEM education across the ECOWAS sub-region. Douglas Ayitey, with his rich background in Electrical/Electronic engineering…

When Equations and Outreach Eclipse Cannons and Battleships — Written by: Andrew B. Raupp / @stemceo Author’s Note: When I first put fingers to keyboard on March 12th, 2018 for “Can STEM Education Help Promote Peace & Prosperity?”, I envisioned a world where science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education stood as a beacon of hope and prosperity. …