Scenarios about 'STEM education'
The systematic approach to teaching science, technology, engineering, and mathematics as interconnected disciplines rather than isolated subjects. STEM education emerged in the late 20th century as nations recognized the importance of these fields for economic competitiveness and innovation. In alternate history scenarios, different emphases on STEM education often reflect divergent technological trajectories and can significantly alter a society's scientific advancement, industrial capacity, and geopolitical standing.
What If STEM Education Was Prioritized Earlier?
Exploring the alternate timeline where STEM education became a national priority in the United States during the 1960s, potentially transforming technological development, economic growth, and global competition throughout the late 20th and early 21st centuries.