about the program

WestEd's Mathematics, Science, & Technology (MST) Program is committed to increasing mathematics, science, and technology literacy among our nation’s youth. The program offers services, materials, and strategies that support teachers’ professional growth in content knowledge, effective teaching practices, appropriate assessment, and evaluation.

MST covers issues from culture and language to earth science and international science education. In addition, MST staff increase communication, public awareness, and understanding about mathematics, science, and technology education and advance research in this area.

International studies show that U.S. students rank near the bottom in science and mathematics. The MST program seeks to reverse this trend by helping prepare teachers to meet the learning needs of all students, ensuring our nation’s future in science and mathematics education, as well as technology.