Science Education

Since the years following Sputnik, there has been a steady decline in commitment that the United States has made toward science education. In order to curb the downward progression, there needs to be a grassroots initiative that reawakens us to the value of science education. Whether it is through a boom in science related careers or through advancements in healthcare, America needs to rejuvenate its value in the advancements of the sciences. It begins on the individual level – creating more science related jobs promotes individuals to pursue science education. As the science market expands and more people pursue science education, STEM education receives more money and attention on both the state and national level. This thus increases the value of STEM education and helps to create lasting momentum toward science education. Another Sputnik-like event is not necessary to bring science education back to a priority in the United States. The more we can get people involved in the sciences, the more science education will gain momentum. Just as numerous other countries value STEM education and create science jobs within their economies, we too need to shift our focus toward science education. The advancement of the sciences has generated great opportunity for our nation, and with a renewal in science education, we can continue to grow our nation’s success.