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PROOF POINTS: Rural American students shift away from math and science during high school, study finds

The Hechinger Report

Bureau of Labor Statistics, occupations in these fields are projected to grow 8 percent by 2029, more than double the growth rate of non-scientific professions. One large group trailing behind are rural and small town students, who account for 3 out of 10 students nationally. That’s a large 4 percentage point gap.

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6 ways to bring statistical literacy to any classroom

eSchool News

An ability to digest data and derive insights from it can equip a person to make sound decisions for everything from purchasing a new car, to interpreting the news, to deciding what college to attend. Further, a strong statistics foundation will be essential for careers in the data-driven economy. Are your students ready?

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Fostering a STEM Mindset through Spatial-Temporal Reasoning

MIND Research Institute

The jobs of the future are in STEM. And according to the US Department of Labor and Statistics , the number of STEM careers is projected to grow by 8% by 2029. STEM is more than an acronym. Developing the skills essential for future STEM career success starts with a solid understanding of mathematics.

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