US teens feel prepared for careers in science, tech, engineering, math, yet many lack mentors
Wednesday, January 7, 2009 - 09:49
in Psychology & Sociology
American teens are embracing the subjects of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) with increasingly positive attitudes; yet many lack the necessary encouragement from mentors and role models in these fields, according to this year's Lemelson-MIT Invention Index. The annual survey, which gauges Americans' perceptions about invention and innovation, also reveals teens' altruistic intentions and feelings of preparedness to pursue careers in STEM fields.