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From STEM to leaf: where are Australia's science, mathematics, engineering and technology (STEM) students heading?

The purpose of this research report is to provide policy-makers with information to assist understanding of the pathways students take from STEM [science, technology, engineering and mathematics] school subjects to commencing post-school study of STEM, and whether this then translates into STEM occupations. The report uses data from the well-established Longitudinal Survey of Australian Youth (LSAY), which provides information on the subject choices of Australian youth in Year 12 and allows analysis of those undertaking STEM subjects in school, those commencing post-school study, and those who are working in STEM careers.

The purpose of this research report is to provide policy-makers with information to assist understanding of the pathways ...  Show Full Abstract  

Authors: Anlezark, Alison; Lim, Patrick; Semo, Ronnie;
Nguyen, Nhi show more

Corporate authors: National Centre for Vocational Education Research (NCVER)
Date: 2008
Geographic subjects: Oceania; Australia
Resource type: Report
Subjects: Youth; Pathways; Technology;
Secondary education; Research; Statistics; Industry; Teaching and learning; Career development show more

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