Global STEM Education Center, Inc -GTEC - Global Technology & Engineering Consortium - Global STEM Education Center, Inc -GTEC - Global Technology & Engineering Consortium

The Global STEM Education Center, Inc., a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization (www.globalstemcenter.org), connects K-12 schools, vocational, career technical schools, higher education institutions, and industry partners to strengthen the U.S. STEM workforce. Our programs prepare students to develop the skills needed to tackle critical challenges in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) while ensuring they are well-equipped for careers in an evolving technological landscape.

Our initiatives provide students from elementary school through higher education with hands-on, real-world STEM learning experiences that bridge classroom education with workforce readiness.

A Brief History

In 2014, we were honored to join the GLOBE Program following a successful presentation at the NSTA conference and completion of the GLOBE training at the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution.

Our Approach

Recognizing the urgent need to develop a strong and competitive STEM workforce in the United States, the Global STEM Education Center has created a strategic approach to preparing students for success in high-demand STEM fields.

The strength of our approach lies in engaging students early in their education. Research shows that exposure to STEM concepts at a young age leads to greater interest and proficiency over time. Therefore, we involve students as early as K-12 in hands-on STEM learning experiences, continuing their development through higher education and into the workforce.

Our STEM curriculum and innovative pedagogy, supported by a unique mentorship structure (involving professionals and college students), help cultivate a workforce with strong technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and real-world project experience. By designing, implementing, and evaluating programs that connect students with STEM professionals and industry leaders, we provide them with the tools and knowledge needed to succeed in U.S.-based STEM careers.

A rigorous study of how student collaboration and mentorship impact workforce readiness will allow us to refine and expand the program, making it accessible to a larger number of middle school, high school, and college students pursuing STEM careers. Additionally, this research will provide valuable insights and recommendations for U.S. companies as they work to build a strong pipeline of skilled STEM professionals in fields such as engineering, healthcare, information technology, and advanced manufacturing.

This is how it all started for our team!