Attracting and developing STEMM talent toward excellence and innovation

Area of Science:

• STEMM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, and Medical Sciences) Talent Development

Background:

• Talent development in STEMM spans from initial exposure to achieving eminence.
• Existing models often focus on specific stages, necessitating a comprehensive framework.

Purpose of the Study:

• To propose a resource-oriented model for STEMM talent development.
• To integrate Bloom's (1985) three-stage model with Ziegler and Stoeger's (2011) educational capital framework.

Main Methods:

• A literature review was conducted to analyze STEMM talent development.
• A resource-oriented model integrating educational and learning capital was developed.

Main Results:

• STEMM talent development progresses through three stages: interest, skill, and style formation.
• Each stage requires specific educational and learning resources for optimal progression.
• Consistent resource provisioning is essential for individuals to reach STEMM eminence.

Conclusions:

• The proposed model provides a framework for understanding and supporting STEMM talent development.
• Effective STEMM education requires a stage-appropriate and consistent provision of resources.
• This approach facilitates the pathway to eminence and innovation in STEMM fields.