National Center for STEM Education

10/23/2026

The National Center for STEM Education is committed to supporting career-connected learning and pathways to STEM careers.


Learn more about our work: https://nationalstemed.org/our-work

10/20/2026

There are not enough STEM teachers to fill educational needs across the country, but it's not for lack of interest in teaching. About one-third of STEM majors not already pursuing teacher certification say they would consider becoming a teacher. Why do these students not make the transition from interest into action?
The Center's new study highlights where students encounter barriers to seeking certification and how educators can encourage this untapped pool of talent to pursue their interest in teaching.

New research shows how colleges and universities can connect more STEM majors to teaching.

10/16/2026

Join us TODAY for our free webinar. We'll delve into new study data on STEM majors' perspectives on teaching and how to turn their initial interest into engagement. Register here: https://ow.ly/hCY350ZXG8v

10/15/2026

Why do so few STEM majors pursue teaching certification when, according to our new study, over a third of them are interested? Find out TOMORROW.
Join us for a free webinar, What STEM Majors Think About Teaching and How to Recruit Them to the Profession. Register here: https://ow.ly/MM4f50ZXG8u

10/09/2026

It is sometimes assumed that STEM majors are not interested in teaching and that is to blame for so few of them entering the profession. But our new report shows that the interest is there; we just need to nurture it.
Learn more at our upcoming free webinar: What STEM Majors Think About Teaching and How to Recruit Them to the Profession.
RSVP: https://ow.ly/4OAY50ZWjIX

10/08/2026

The National Center for STEM Education connects research and practice to improve STEM teaching and strengthen the preparation of future educators. Our work helps turn evidence into approaches that can be applied in classrooms, teacher preparation programs, and institutions across the country.


Learn more about our Higher Education initiatives: https://nationalstemed.org/highered

10/06/2026

A substantial population of STEM undergraduates is open to teaching, but misconceptions about the profession, limited academic encouragement, and avoidable certification barriers prevent many students from acting on that interest.

Learn more at our upcoming free webinar: What STEM Majors Think About Teaching and How to Recruit Them to the Profession.
RSVP now: https://utexascns.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3pZxeJtWgidvlMq

10/05/2026

Happy World Teachers’ Day!

Today, we celebrate the teachers who inspire curiosity, open doors to opportunity, and shape the future. Thank you, teachers, for all you do.

The National Center for STEM Education is proud to stand with teachers, advocates, and partners working to elevate the teaching profession, strengthen STEM teacher preparation, and expand access to high-quality STEM education for all students.

10/01/2026

Did you know? Part of our work at the National Center for STEM Education is supporting educators with professional learning and leadership development through K–12 initiatives offered in Texas and nationally. These programs help schools implement the next generation of STEM teaching.


Learn more about our K-12 initiatives: https://nationalstemed.org/k12

09/30/2026

What do STEM majors think about teaching, and how can we nurture that interest in a thoughtful way that leads to more highly qualified STEM teachers in the classroom? Join Dr. Kimberly Hughes, Dr. Michael Marder, and Dr. Wendy Adams for a free webinar discussing results of a recent STEM major survey that gives insight into how to solve the STEM teacher shortage. Register here: https://utexascns.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3pZxeJtWgidvlMq