McGraw-Hill Education Leader and University of Chicago Everyday Mathematics Author Address President Obama's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology

With the Obama administration squarely focused on increasing the quality of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education in U.S. schools to improve America's global competitiveness, a presidential advisory council has been mobilized, and McGraw-Hill has been taking part. On April 15, the President's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology (PCAST) assembled the nation's top thought leaders in STEM education to discuss policy and best practices during a special day-long workshop in Washington, D.C.

An expert on K-12 education and instructional technology, McGraw-Hill's Dan Caton was invited to participate in the workshop. Caton, executive vice president and leader of McGraw-Hill's Learning Solutions Centers, discussed how innovative technology and personalized instruction could enhance student engagement in STEM subjects. In addition, he talked about how well-researched, classroom-tested and scalable teaching and learning solutions in the STEM field could be developed through private/public partnerships.

Andy Isaacs, co-director of the University of Chicago's Center for Elementary Mathematics and Science Education (CEMSE) and author of the Everyday Mathematics program distributed by McGraw-Hill, also was invited to participate in the event. Isaacs discussed the importance of developing and sustaining innovative math curriculum and providing additional support for instructional programs in large urban school districts.

Guest speakers at the workshop also included several members of the U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Department of Defense, the White House's STEM Education Working Group, the National Science Foundation and others.

"Strong STEM education is essential to preparing students to compete in the global, knowledge-based economy of the 21st century," said Caton, who also serves as head of McGraw-Hill's K-12 product development. "At McGraw-Hill, we are developing innovative, engaging math and science programs that help facilitate teaching, drive academic achievement and inspire students to pursue careers involving STEM disciplines."

Recognizing the national importance of STEM education, McGraw-Hill Education created and manages the STEM Learning Solutions Center, which is wholly focused on developing science and math content and addressing the most important issues in STEM education today.

About the McGraw-Hill STEM Learning Solutions Center

The McGraw-Hill Education STEM Learning Solutions Center helps students master essential math skills, develop competence with technology, understand science and math concepts, and learn critical thinking and analysis. McGraw-Hill's PreK-12 programs and digital platforms prepare students for jobs in today's global economy.

About McGraw-Hill School Education Group

The McGraw-Hill School Education Group, a unit of McGraw-Hill Education, is a leading innovator in the development of 21st century teaching and learning solutions for K-12 education markets, offering traditional and digital instructional, assessment, and reference content and tools for teachers and students. The School Education Group addresses critical areas in primary and secondary education through Learning Solutions Centers focused on improving student learning outcomes and promoting digital innovation in literacy, STEM, college and career readiness, and intervention and special needs education. All of McGraw-Hill's content for elementary schools and secondary schools is available in digital form. McGraw-Hill Education, a division of The McGraw-Hill Companies (NYSE: MHP), has offices in 33 countries and publishes in more than 65 languages. Additional information is available at http://www.mheducation.com/.

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