Utilizing science and engineering professionals in the classroom: How your workforce can positively impact STEM and your company's bottom line

Abstract

With the growing need to inspire young minds in STEM areas, Science and Engineering professionals along with their employers are working to identify the best possible method to accomplish just this. Currently, many approaches are being utilized, such as summer camp programs, in school visits, large STEM events and student mentoring programs. This paper takes a focused look at how placing Science and Engineering professionals in the classroom may be the most robust and cost effective approach for STEM outreach. This paper outlines methods, approaches, benefits found, results and lessons learned from in-school pilot programs related to this approach. Overall, this paper is intended to aid educators, Science and Engineering Professionals and their employers to broaden STEM and STEaM education.