Skills in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) are becoming an increasingly important part of basic literacy in today's knowledge economy. To keep Europe growing, we will need one million additional researchers by 2020. Yet science education can no longer be viewed as elite training for future scientists or engineers; only science-aware citizens can make informed decisions and engage in dialogue on science-driven societal issues.

Technology and Robotics are not only part of the specialised area of engineering, but they are also fully integrated into everyday life in society. Many European schools now reflect the need to integrate these subjects into their curricula, such as: Technology, Computer Science and Programming/Coding. That are beginning to reappear, creating increasing demands upon teachers at all levels, from primary level education to upper secondary school and beyond.