A surefire way to make science relevant to kids
Key points:
- Early problem solving means science students will be inclined to take on more challenging tasks as they get older
- Helping students learn new tech skills–and exceed expectations
- Report finds persistent STEM career exposure gaps for women
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By eighth grade, almost 50 percent of students have lost interest in science or don’t believe it will be relevant to their education or future plans.
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