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Learning Pathways for District-Wide Integration of Skills for Innovation

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This includes developing competency in social-emotional learning, design thinking and computational thinking, whether or not students eventually study computing or engineering or enter the information technology industry. The framework has three tiers: social-emotional learning, mindsets for innovation and skillsets for innovation.

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Leading Through Innovation: Celebrating Black STEM Leaders

STEM Education Guide

To recognize the contributions that Black STEM leaders have made, it is essential to celebrate their accomplishments and continue to foster a culture of innovation. Their exemplary leadership has provided countless opportunities for people of all colors in STEM fields and continues to inspire the next generation of innovators.

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Mentoring Matters: Building Social Capital as the Bridge to Success

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Introduce youth to organizations like Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers , National Society of Black Engineers , and National Center for Women and Information Technology , which include outreach as part of their mission. Photo credit: National Center for Women and Information Technology 6.

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Most School Districts Still Lack Data-Privacy Personnel

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For example: Baltimore County Public Schools created the position of director of innovation and digital safety, its closest equivalent, around 2016. Data privacy has become part of the “core and root” of what the school system does, says Jim Corns, executive director of information technology for Baltimore County Public Schools.

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Tech Professions Students Should Consider

Ask a Tech Teacher

Students can’t go wrong with future careers in information technology and computer science. The healthcare industry also requires more robotics engineers today with the introduction of innovative robotics. Demand has grown for individuals with the knowledge and skills to meet their needs. The job is a highly technical one.

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What Fields Are Included in STEM: A Comprehensive Overview

STEM Education Shopping

In this article, we will delve into the fascinating worlds of Physics and Astronomy, Biology and Life Sciences, Engineering and Technology, Mathematics and Statistics, Chemistry and Materials Science, as well as Computer Science and Information Technology. KEY TAKEAWAY What fields are included in STEM?

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Top STEM Programs for Girls

Career in STEM

“We need to encourage and support girls and women achieve their full potential as scientific researchers and innovators.” The National Center for Women and Information Technology ( [link] ). NCWIT is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping women and girls in information technology.

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