EdTech – Sylvia Libow Martinez
“In a perfect world, all people would have equal opportunity to achieve their professional goals. But the reality is not perfect for women in the workforce. In many science, technology, engineering and math fields, especially in engineering and programming, women are underrepresented…Many schools have found success in helping more girls through STEM courses. We know what works: role models, mentors, encouragement and special opportunities. But schools can do more to make STEM courses more accessible for all students. Introduce real-world topics, real research, real projects, real tools and tangible technology to STEM subjects. That attracts not only girls but any students who are uninterested in dry textbook science…While changing deeply embedded culture and established curriculum may seem like an impossible challenge, it’s something that simply has to be done.”(more)