In a world of twitter and texting, it is not uncommon to find creative abbreviations for large words or series of phrases. But in the case of STEM, it is an abbreviation for a very large concept.  STEM has become a common acronym, particularly among policy advocates and government officials, to refer to the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. The term is commonly used in relation to the nation's economic competitiveness and the related need for education programs in … [Read more...]