Despite Focus on STEM Education, Computer Science Instruction Still Lacking (State Impact) – Even with an increase focus on STEM courses, there is a low number of students taking computer science courses, in part due to the way these courses are treated in the school’s curriculum.
California fights drought with big data, cloud computing (Computer World) – To help improve water conservation in California utility providers and private companies are turning towards big data and cloud computing systems to monitor water usage and encourage consumers to alter their behavior.
Penn State among libraries honored for offering cutting-edge services (Penn State News) – The American Library Association has recognized four library systems for their unique use of technology to improve their services. The libraries chosen include two university libraries and two public library systems.
Scientists Set New Speed Record for Big Data (Scientific Computing) – IBM has unveiled a prototype analog-to-digital convertor that will help bring internet speeds up to 200-400 Gigabits per second.
Kasich says vocational education to be expanded to middle schools (The Columbus Dispatch) – Governor Kasich has announced plans to make vocational programs available to seventh and eighth grade students to help students prepare for a career at an early age.
