Leveraging Augmented Reality (AR) to Enhance STEM Education and Career Awareness

Leveraging Augmented Reality (AR) to Enhance STEM Education and Career Awareness

Michael Wilczek, Northeastern University

Policy Brief 2024-6

November, 2024

In the post-pandemic era, there is an urgent need to rethink STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) education, especially for rural and underserved students. Augmented Reality (AR) is emerging as a transformative tool that can bridge learning gaps and make complex STEM concepts more accessible and engaging for students. C2C Policy Fellow, Michael Wilczek, explores how AR can enhance STEM learning and raise awareness of career opportunities, particularly in rural areas like Maine, where access to technology and STEM careers is limited.