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32% (4th graders)
31% (8th graders)
21% (12th graders)}“proficient” in science
(National Assessment of Educational Progress, 2009)
1%of high school seniors score “advanced” in science…
26% of S&E workers were older than age 50 in 2006 (NSF: Science & Engineering Indicators, 2006)
(National Assessment of Educational Progress, 2009)
1 out of 2engineering doctoral degrees awarded by U.S. engineering colleges goes to a foreign national(AIA: Industry’s Response to the Workforce Challenge, 2008)
U.S. students intending to major in engineering switch majors before graduating(Rising Above the Gathering Storm: Energizing and Employing America for a Brighter Economic Future, 2007)
U.S. Asia
Bachelor’s degrees in engineering
20%5%
(NSF: Science and Engineering Indicators, 2010)
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has a solution…
CriticalThinking
Engineering Design Experience
Teamwork & Collaboration
Inquiry & Analysis Project Management
Communications
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AWIM Offers ALL Students Experiences to Become Scientifically-Literate Members of the Community.
To succeed in the society of tomorrow, all children need an education that prepares them to understand and apply concepts in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) in a real-world integrated setting.
In addition to becoming literate in these disciplines, students must also: • learn to solve complex problems• communicate clearly• raise & resolve questions/problems• assimilate information• work cooperatively toward common goals
(SAE International – A World In Motion, 2011)
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is Building Bridges Through AWIM
Business / Industry
Industry Program Coordinator
STEM Volunteers
School District
School Program
Coordinator• Curriculum Development• Professional Training• Materials (Orders/Shipping)• Relationship Building
Classroom Teachers
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Role of a STEM Volunteer
Serve as a “Content Expert” for the Teacher No need to be a nuclear physicist – you’re helping with elementary/middle school concepts.
Provide a “Face” for Science & Technology Students are seldom aware of science and technology careers. AWIM STEM Volunteers provide this connection to your chosen profession by simply sharing what you do at work and applying it to the AWIM student experience (it’s easy and the kids love it!).
Interact with Teachers & Students in the Classroom All levels of time commitment are appreciated.
HAVE FUN!
GOOD BETTER BEST1-2 Classroom Visits (1-hour each)
3-5 Classroom Visits (1-hour each)
6+ Classroom Visits (1-hour each)
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Interested in Learning More or Starting an AWIM Program at Your Company? - Contact the AWIM StaffThanks!
www.awim.org
1-800-457-2946
