Ha Noi, 27-31 March 2017: Viet Nam hosted a national workshop within the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Education 2015 programme led by UNESCO International Bureau of Education (IBE) and the Government of Malaysia. The workshop addressed the role and implications…
Read MoreThe Korean Ministry of Education, Science, and Technology (MEST) has set out new science education standards for the next generation. These standards aim to improve the quality of science education in Korea and prepare students for a rapidly changing global environment. The…
Read MoreThe launch of the Soviet satellite Sputnik in 1957 had a profound impact on science education in the United States. The event sparked concerns about American competitiveness and a perceived lack of scientific education among American students. In response, the U.S. government…
Read MoreThe science education standards, which were developed in the 1990s, were too broad and vague, and for not providing enough focus on hands-on learning, scientific inquiry, and the integration of science and engineering practices. There was also concern that students were not…
Read MoreMedicine is a critical component of the STEM fields, and as such, it is often included in discussions of STEM education and workforce development. In recent years, there has been a growing recognition of the importance of preparing a diverse and well-trained…
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