Under the Microscope: Examining STEM Education

Politicians and CEOs alike deplore the lack of graduates with the skills to fill science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) jobs. But what will it take to get students interested in STEM fields, and how do schools teach those subjects effectively? How can higher ed encourage American students to pursue STEM when so many are inclined to swtich majors? On Feb. 8, 2013 EWA offered an intensive one-day conference for journalists on how to cover those critical questions and more.

Click here to browse audio, video and other resources from the seminar, and be sure to check out the STEM page on Story Starters for story ideas, experts and more.