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I've read several articles in newspapers and on several sites ( such as cnn.com) concerning US and its serious lack of professionals with scientific, mathematical and engineering skills. Is it really true? Thanks.
There was an upsurge after WWII as I recall, due to the GI bill. Lots of people who couldn't otherwise have afforded a college education took advantage of this, and a lot of campuses were overrun with ex-GIs. Most of these were attracted to purely practical fields like engineering, and agriculture.russ_watters said:...but the US has always been a little thin on engineering/science professionals.
russ_watters said:Doesn't bother me though - supply and demand means engineers get paid rather well.
Quite so.ShawnD said:There are some benefits of having more workers of any kind, but the only real benefit goes to companies or share holders. As a worker, I would rather maintain a shortage.
arildno said:The more educated the population becomes (i.e, the more replaceable each person becomes)
Food for thought.ShawnD said:I want an even bigger shortage on professionals. Instead of having rough competition for a $15/h job with no benefits, a $20/h job with lots of benefits is just handed to you.
TEMYCH said:I've read several articles in newspapers and on several sites ( such as cnn.com) concerning US and its serious lack of professionals with scientific, mathematical and engineering skills. Is it really true? Thanks.
FredGarvin said:There is a big push for getting more science/engineering types through schools. I personally do not see a shortage of engineers in my area. You can't swing a dead cat without hitting 5 of us around here. It seems to me that the bigger push is getting women and minorities more interested in the sciences.
I do find it pretty dubious for people to be saying that in political circles when more and more scientific/engineering jobs are being pushed off shore to foreign countries.
The acronym STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. These are fields of study that are closely related and are critical for innovation, problem-solving, and economic growth.
It depends on who you ask. Some experts argue that there is a shortage of STEM professionals in the US, while others believe that there is no shortage. The data shows that there is a high demand for STEM jobs, but not enough qualified candidates to fill them.
There are several factors that contribute to the shortage of STEM professionals in the US. One of the main factors is the lack of interest and participation in STEM education. Another factor is the difficulty of STEM subjects, which leads to a high dropout rate among students. Additionally, there is a lack of diversity in the STEM workforce, with women and minorities being underrepresented.
The shortage of STEM professionals has a significant impact on the US economy. It slows down innovation, reduces the competitiveness of US companies, and limits economic growth. It also leads to companies outsourcing STEM jobs to other countries, which can have a negative impact on the US job market.
To address the shortage of STEM professionals, it is crucial to increase interest and participation in STEM education from an early age. This can be achieved through targeted programs and initiatives, such as STEM-focused schools and outreach programs. It is also essential to support and encourage diversity in the STEM workforce through mentorship programs and equal opportunities for all. Lastly, companies can invest in upskilling and training their current workforce to fill STEM positions.