ERIC Number: ED595045
Record Type: Non-Journal
Publication Date: 2019-Mar
Pages: 10
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Policy Considerations for STEAM Education. Policy Brief
Dell'Erba, Mary
Education Commission of the States
Education in science, technology, engineering and mathematics has captured the attention of state policymakers who are concerned about preparing students for an evolving workforce. By 2030, Institute for the Future estimates that 85 percent of the jobs that today's K-12 learners will be doing haven't been invented -- demanding a workforce that is creative and prepared to respond innovatively to real-world problems. Including the arts in STEM learning can further enhance teaching and student achievement, and build upon existing approaches to STEM that encourage students to apply creativity to solving real-world problems. As a response to changing workforce demands, policymakers across the country are increasing their focus on the role of the arts in STEM and exploring opportunities to create and implement STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) programs. This report highlights state policies and practices that can help states to increase student access to STEAM education.
Descriptors: Art Education, STEM Education, Educational Policy, Elementary Secondary Education, State Policy, Teaching Methods, Educational Practices, Access to Education, Educational Finance, Certification, High School Graduates, Federal Aid, State Aid, Educational Legislation, Federal Legislation, Funding Formulas, Grants, Leadership Responsibility, Program Implementation
Education Commission of the States. ECS Distribution Center, 700 Broadway Suite 1200, Denver, CO 80203-3460. Tel: 303-299-3692; Fax: 303-296-8332; e-mail: ecs@ecs.org; Web site: http://www.ecs.org
Publication Type: Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Elementary Secondary Education; High Schools; Secondary Education
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Language: English
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Authoring Institution: Education Commission of the States, Arts Education Partnership (AEP)
Identifiers - Laws, Policies, & Programs: Every Student Succeeds Act 2015; Elementary and Secondary Education Act Title II
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