Building a framework that connects CTE and STEM is paramount to preparing students to compete for future jobs. A significant part of this framework includes hands-on learning applications tailored to individual CTE programs that span varying industries. Explore how to align CTE curriculum content with the sustaining improvements of 21st century STEM technologies and how to set measurable goals to integrate STEM academics into existing CTE programs.

1. Make CTE a
Catalyst for
STEM Education
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3. TOO FEW STUDENTS ARE
CURRENTLY CHOOSING TO
PREPARE FOR STEM
CAREERS.
From 1985 to 2005, the
number of bachelor’s degrees
earned in engineering fell
from 77,572 to 66,133, and the
number of associate degrees
in engineering technology fell
from 53,700 to 28,800.
- National Science Board, Science and
Engineering Indicators 2008

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STEM doesn't only include scientists
and engineers!
Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources
Architecture
Automotive
Health Sciences
Manufacturing
Robotics and Automation...
Broaden students
understanding of CTE

5. Build a Framework
Define program needs and objectives
Determine how you will connect the
dots between STEM and CTE
Outline technology features and
capabilities within budget parameters
Develop a clear plan for equipment
use
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6. Blending STEM/CTE
James A. Forrest Career and Technology Center's heavily
science-based CTE programs
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Lessons on agriculture, food and
natural resources
Covers principles of agricultural
science, animal biotechnology, and
food science and safety
Combine these scientific topics
with agriculture business and R&D
for well-rounded education
3-Year Agricultural Science Program
Students study how urban agriculture, biotechnology and alternative energy directly relates to
agriculture

7. Project-Based
Learning
Align CTE curriculum content with
21st century STEM technologies
Hands-on learning that focuses on
solving a problem
Student-centered approach to
teaching
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8. 2014 STEM Robotics Challenge
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
STEM the Erosion
50 student teams
900 elementary, middle, and high
school students
1 year for design & documentation
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Students challenged to create robot designed to
plant sea grass and move rocks to build a
seawall that prevents beach erosion
https://vimeo.com/98150398

9. Exposure to real-world STEM
research
3D printing for surgical modeling and preparation
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Thomas Jefferson High School
student studies 3D printed
hearts and organs alongside
researchers at INOVA hospital
in GMU Lab
(Credit: Stratasys)

10. Industry Partnerships
Determine the skill sets your students
should have to add value to the local
economy
Create a plan for how your school and
local businesses will work together to
produce students that meet future
needs of industry
Discuss possibilities of scholarship and
mentorship support
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11. Meet Local Economic Needs
Chesapeake Public Schools & Tidewater Community
College dual-enrollment program in Mechatronics
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In Chesapeake alone there are 40 manufacturers.
A lot of these companies can't find the skilled
workers they need.
Scholarships & mentorships from local businesses
Integrate STEM concepts into principles of
electricity, electronics, robotics
Establish career pathways starting at the high
school level
http://www.13newsnow.com/story/news/2015/09/03/chesapeake-hs-students-manufacturing-career-path/71664266/

12. Altruistic after-school
programs w/ industry support
Charlottesville High School + Northrop Grumman +
Enabling the Future
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12 dozen students participate weekly
3D printing helps low income children
with birth defects receive prosthetic
hands
Altruism can encourage and inspire
students who don't associate their
with typical STEM skill sets
http://ht.ly/TccAO

13. Utilize Free Resources
Find STEM curriculum that easily slots into your CTE
program
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Closed Gear Systems
Fluid Dynamics
The Factory of Tomorrow
3D Manufacturing Regulations and
Carbon Footprint
14-week, modular curriculum from Stratasys
http://www.amtekcompany.com/
teach-3d-printing-course/

14. CTE programs provide a foundation for
STEM competencies and skills.
STEM cannot be viewed
as separate from CTE.
It is inherent to CTE.
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