Decision Education: A new approach to driving STEM workforce readiness

January 8, 2026

STEM workforce shortages are a global issue, with demand in STEM careers predicted to rise in the coming years. How can more students be inspired to explore STEM careers? In an op-ed on eSchoolNews, Mary Call Blanusa, Director for Public Policy and Partnerships at the Alliance highlights how Decision Education can be a pathway for students to engage with many of the core skills that STEM requires.

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