SmartAsset has recently released their 2017 list of the best-paying jobs in the US and the cities where you may want to consider relocating if pay is a priority. It’s fascinating to see how industries are dispersed through the country, and sometimes in unexpected places. For instance, did you know Cleveland Ohio is a hotbed of well-heeled physicists and aerospace engineers, paid $148,890 and $111,300 median annual income respectively? Mathematicians and petroleum engineers are raking-it-in out East at $138,660 and $138,240 respectively.
The cities that top the list include:
1. San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, California
2. Cleveland-Elyria-Mentor, Ohio
3. San Francisco-San Mateo-Redwood City, California
For more about the cities where they really appreciate and compensation their STEM professionals, check out The Best Places for Pay in STEM Jobs – 2017 Edition | SmartAsset.com
Colleges, online universities, and other educational forums in your community can be excellent places to learn more about a variety of STEM topics, but there is also a wealth of educational material available on the web for those who prefer to learn at their own pace or take a more individual approach. Even better, these resources, whether classes, lectures, or tutorials, are all free of charge, meaning you can improve your knowledge without emptying your wallet. Check out our list (organized by topic, not ranking) for some great STEM resources that can help you build your knowledge about everything from calculus to fire science.
Universities
These universities, many of which are renowned for their STEM programs, offer resources like course materials, videos, and lecture series.
Continue Reading: 50 Best Sources of Free STEM Education Online – OnlineUniversities.com
STEM education is sweeping the nation. From robotics competitions to coding games, school districts are scrambling to provide STEM programs while teachers sift through thousands of Pinterest pins in search of quality activities. As a STEM Director, I am always looking for new curriculum idea
Source: Not all STEM is Equal: 3 Stages of STEM Education — Vivify
