Future Directions: Challenges and Solutions Facing Career Readiness and Development in STEM Fields

The Problem This issue has highlighted some of the challenges in recruiting, preparing, and retaining individuals in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) careers. Specifically, there is an increasing need to attract and prepare more STEM workers, address the underrepresentation o...

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Published in:Advances in developing human resources 2019-02, Vol.21 (1), p.133-138
Main Authors: McDonald, Kimberly S., Waite, Alina M.
Format: Article
Language:English
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Careers
Human resources
STEM education
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Summary:The Problem This issue has highlighted some of the challenges in recruiting, preparing, and retaining individuals in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) careers. Specifically, there is an increasing need to attract and prepare more STEM workers, address the underrepresentation of women in these careers, and provide ways to develop STEM students’ and employees’ social skills. The Solution These challenges require a systems approach involving educational institutions, community programs, and businesses and industry. Human resource development (HRD) initiatives and expertise are needed in all types of organizations to support the preparation and retention of a vibrant STEM workforce. The Stakeholders Teachers and faculty working with STEM students, managers and HRD practitioners, and HRD scholars interested in STEM careers.
ISSN:1523-4223
1552-3055
DOI:10.1177/1523422318814552