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Group work gets kids more engaged in STEM

  • Written by Allison Master, Research Scientist, University of Washington
imageWhat can be done to get more kids interested in STEM?Child image via www.shutterstock.com

Shortage of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) professionals has been an important concern in the United States. It is estimated that over the next 10 years, the nation could face a shortage of one million STEM workers.

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