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Pages 7-10

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From page 7...
... This report, authored by a committee convened by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, lays out a vision for equitable access to quality science learning experiences across K-16 education that will enable all people to develop the scientific literacy they need for personal and professional success. To achieve this vision, investing in improved science learning for all must be a national priority embraced by federal and state policy makers and local communities.
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From page 8...
... We recognize that federal, state, and local actors have different roles to play in our education system, and that many of the actions that are needed to realize the promise of science education must be taken at local and regional levels. However, federal and state policy makers and national stakeholders in STEM education can play key roles in supporting the work of local and regional communities as they work to expand opportunities in science education.
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From page 9...
... will need to balance advocacy for STEM broadly with attention to the importance of high-quality learning experiences in science as well as in each of the other STEM disciplines. ACTION AREA 2: ESTABLISH LOCAL AND REGIONAL ALLIANCES FOR STEM OPPORTUNITY RECOMMENDATION 5: Leaders of local and regional K-12 systems and postsecondary institutions should work together to form Alliances for STEM Opportunity that involve key stakeholders in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM)
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From page 10...
... creating pathways for learners in science across grades 6 through 16 with supports for learners who want to pursue STEM careers. RECOMMENDATION 6: The federal government, philanthropic organizations, and business and industry should provide funding to support the work of local and regional Alliances for STEM Opportunity as they work to improve science educa tion.
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