They reaffirmed the engagement of UNESCO and the African Union Commission to continue working together in the critical areas of education, science, technology and innovation, and for a culture of peace.

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This adds to anxiety among industry professionals and policy leaders that the U.S. could fall behind other countries in innovation if it doesn't foster education in STEM (science, technology, engineering and math).

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But technology and innovation are only just beginning to take root in higher (and secondary) education.

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