Key actions to create a successful CTE program | Limited middle-school algebra access affects STEM paths | Professor argues climate change should be taught in STEM education
A new iCEV report outlines three key action steps for creating and sustaining successful CTE programs. First, invest in CTE teaching excellence by creating pathways for industry professionals to become teachers and providing professional development. Second, prepare career-ready students through engaging curriculum and industry-recognized certifications. Lastly, power industry growth by prioritizing high-growth industry needs and developing industry partnership programs.
Only 20% of schools offer Algebra 1 to all middle-school students, yet early exposure to algebra sets the foundation for advanced math courses, which are considered essential for college readiness and success in STEM fields. Wealthier schools are more likely to provide this opportunity than poorer ones, an inequity that can limit college and career opportunities for many students.
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Women remain underrepresented in tech, making up less than a third of the workforce globally, according to a World Bank report. Women also face gender bias and limited mentorship, but notable figures like Reshma Saujani and Dr. Fei-Fei Li have inspired others to pursue STEM careers and initiatives such as Girls Who Code and All Raise are vital in promoting STEM education.
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Minnesota's 2006 mandate requiring all eighth-graders to take Algebra I has not achieved its goal of increasing calculus enrollment and STEM career interest, according to a Hechinger Report analysis. The state has dropped in national rankings for calculus enrollment and eighth-grade math scores, and many students struggle with the abstract concepts of algebra, leading to frustration and disengagement.
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Educational institutions are encouraged to align their curricula with the tech industry's ever-changing needs while building long-term relationships with companies like Microsoft, Google and Amazon to better prepare students for the workforce. By collaborating with companies like these, schools can ensure their programs are relevant and help students gain practical experience by working on industry-specific projects.
Broward College has partnered with JetBlue's Gateway University program to provide affordable pilot training. The program offers mentorship and conditional job offers, making it accessible to a diverse student body and helping students overcome barriers to entering the aviation field.
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