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It Starts With Us
| 4081 - 4-H Science, Engineering, and Technology Core Curriculum | ||
|---|---|---|
| 4081.1) | 300 |
Number of youth who indicated they ask questions about how things work (Common Measures – SC 10) |
| 4081.2) | 0 |
Number of youth who indicated they take things apart to see how they work (Common Measures – SC 14) |
| 4081.3) | 350 |
Number of youth who indicated they come up with ideas to build new things (Common Measures – SC 10) |
| 4081.4) | 400 |
Number of youth who indicated they learned new things about engineering in 4-H (Common Measures – SC 10) |
| 4081.5) | 0 |
Number of youth who follow the scientific method when making decisions. |
| 4081.6) | 125 |
Number of youth use knowledge and skills they learned from 4-H SET programs in daily life. |
Author: Lois Carter
Major Program: 4-H Science, Engineering, and Technology Core Curriculum
Based on information from the Engineering For Kids website, according to the U. S. Department of Commerce, STEM occupations are growing at 17%, while other occupations are growing at 9.8%. STEM degree holders have a higher income even in non-STEM careers. Science, technology, engineering and mathematics workers play a key role in the sustained growth and stability of the U.S. economy, and are a critical component to helping the U.S. win the future. STEM education creates critical thinkers, incre
