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Why we won’t become more innovative by teaching more science, technology, math and engineering (STEM)

"Views of a Foetus in the Womb" (c. 1510 - 1512) is a drawing by Leonardo da Vinci, a man with an interest in all the sciences

Ask any politician or influential business person about their vision for the economy and chances are they will tout the value of entrepreneurship and innovation. It’s a bland and safe answer that will resonate with a lot of people. It’s also true to some extent. Creative thinking coupled with the ability to act and implement can lead to successful businesses. Problem is, very few understand where this innovative power comes from and far too many believe STEM subject teaching is the only important factor.

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