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Making education your business

Collaboration between teachers, industry and academia to support excellence and professionalism in science, mathematics and computing teaching.

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We live in an increasingly complex, fast-paced and technologically driven world. Science, mathematics and computing education is vital develop students with the skills and knowledge to take advantage of the exciting opportunities this creates; to allow people to flourish and succeed in their careers; and to address some of the questions and challenges our modern world presents.

In our Vision for science and mathematics and computing education, the Royal Society called for collaboration between teachers, industry and academia to support excellence and professionalism in science and mathematics teaching.

Business support for STEM teaching can help equip young people to take advantage of the opportunities ahead of them, help meet employers’ needs for skills and knowledge, and help the UK keep pace with international competitors.

Education and skills

Young people should have every opportunity to lead rewarding lives, and this significantly depends on having access to the best possible education. Ensuring that future citizens from all backgrounds experience a good education is the most effective pathway to fulfilling careers, meaningful engagement with society and developing a sense of place and purpose in a rapidly changing world.

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