Janet B. Walton is Senior Research Scholar at North Carolina State University’s College of Education. She is a co-editor of the STEM Road Map curriculum series, a series of books that provides project ...

PBLWorks, the provider of professional development for project-based learning (PBL), has introduced PBLWorks TEACH, a web-based application that provides ready-to-use, standards-aligned PBL projects ...

Education experts are encouraging schools to consider problem-based learning (PBL) in a move to improve engagement and creativity among high school students. New research demonstrates how hands-on, ...

Arguably so—and solving this disconnect requires innovative strategies to equip students for STEM careers better. Enter undergraduate research (UR). This powerful initiative plays a pivotal role in ...

A group of children collaborates on various STEM projects at a table. One child is focused on programming a laptop, while others build models using construction kits. Growing up in mid-century America ...

Expanding STEM education is essential to securing America’s future by strengthening the tech talent pipeline, creating economic innovation, and maintaining global competitiveness. With a projected ...

Undergraduate STEM education is important for preparing future citizens and future members of the STEM workforce. People who learn about STEM can help to address our planet's challenges and improve ...

Creating engaging STEM learning experiences in middle school is essential to spark curiosity, build foundational skills, and foster a love for STEM topics–and potentially encourage students to pursue ...

Teaching STEM subjects can be difficult, because many students lack confidence and motivation to tackle those courses and the academic rigor they require. Nearly half of teachers say they’ve asked ...