March 23, 2007 - Innovation in Education
Cllick here to listen to this address.
"To help create a higher standard of living, while
preserving Hawai`i's unique way of life, my Administration has proposed the
Hawai`i Innovation Initiative that will help us to cultivate the innovation
potential of Hawai`i's people.
This bold legislation incorporates several key elements including innovation
in education.
This effort will help us to develop the analytical and problem solving
skills of our students, as we shift our focus toward science, technology,
engineering and math, or STEM education. Supporting this type of
education, combined with project-based learning, we will better prepare our
students to compete in the global workforce, which is increasingly STEM
focused.
As a comprehensive package, the Hawai`i Innovation Initiative will help make
Hawai`i competitive and successful in the global economy while continuing to
prosper at home."