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3. More K-12 students studying science & math – and performing better

Students emerging from the oft-criticized K-12 system appear to be studying science and math subjects more, and performing better in them, over time. Nor are U.S. secondary school students lagging far behind comparable students in economically-competitive countries, as is oft-asserted.

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3. More K-12 students studying science & math – and performing better
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3. K-12 education in science and math is weak in US
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1. No evidence of shortages of scientists or engineers
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2. More scientists and engineers graduating than career openings
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4. Freshmen still plan to complete majors in science and engineering
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5. Few postdocs have realistic prospects of a regular faculty position
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6. Rapid rises in federal funding may further destabilze career paths
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