Computer Science Popularity Skyrockets, But What Do Parents Need To Know For Their Kids?

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With computer science jobs and education on the rise for Millenials, parents need a 101 why it matters and what it means for their kids.

"Software engineering and programming are far more creative fields than people think"
- Ryan Oksenhorn, Software Engineer

With increased enrollment in computing majors, growing awareness for STEM education for kids, and hot programming jobs out there, it's safe to say that computer scientists are the new 'geek chic.'

In 2012 Forbes named software developer the #1 job. Stanford issued apress release stating that computer science is the largest major on campus, and over 90% of Stanford undergrads take at least once computer science course. But the upswing is no surprise, in conjunction with other statistics like this one: This is the fifth straight year of increased enrollment in computing majors by new students, according to a 2012 Computing Research Association (CRA) report. The CRA tracks computing degree and enrollment trends.

Posted by Jim Zellmer at August 1, 2013 12:23 AM
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