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News Release 12-215

Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Education: A Nation Advancing?

NSF-funded report by National Research Council shifts focus from high-stakes assessments to measuring continuing progress

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A goal of the report is to expand the number of students who ultimately pursue advanced degrees and careers in STEM.

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