The document lists the top 10 STEM resources as presented by the Siemens STEM Academy. It describes the skills and attributes of problem-solvers, innovators, and inventors in STEM fields. It then lists the top 10 STEM resources websites, including those from NSF, PBS, Discovery Education, Minnesota STEM, and others focused on science, technology, engineering, and math education. The article promotes developing skills in logical thinking, technology literacy, and working independently to solve problems through STEM.

1. Siemens STEM Academy Presents: “ Top Ten STEM Resources” By Patti Duncan February 17, 2010

2. Problem-solvers — able to define questions and problems, design investigations to gather data, collect and organize data, draw conclusions, and then apply understandings to new and novel situations. Innovators — creatively use science, mathematics, and technology concepts and principles by applying them to the engineering design process. Inventors — recognize the needs of the world and creatively design, test, redesign, and then implement solutions (engineering process).

3. Self-reliant — able to use initiative and self-motivation to set agendas, develop and gain self-confidence, and work within time specified time frames. Logical thinkers — able to apply rational and logical thought processes of science, mathematics, and engineering design to innovation and invention. Technologically literate — understand and explain the nature of technology, develop the skills needed, and apply technology appropriately. Lantz, Hayes Blaine ED D. “What Should Be the Function of a K-12 STEM Education?” 2009. Web. 20 November 2009. SEEN Magazine. www.seenmagazine.us

15. National Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day Feb 18!

16. http:// www.nsfresources.org/home.cfm http:// www.pbs.org /teachers/stem/ http:// stem.discoveryeducation.com / http://www.mn-stem.com / http:// www.stemschool.com / http:// stemeduc.blogspot.com / http:// www.mos.org/eie / http:// www.pasteminitiative.org / http:// www.teachscienceandmath.com / http://umassk12.net/stem/ http:// teachers.discoveryeducation.com /stem/ http:// www.eweek.org/Home.aspx