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Equity and Access in Math Education

ED Surge

Historically, underserved communities of Black and Latino students experiencing poverty underperform in mathematics as measured by various academic indicators. There is no doubt that nearly two years of remote learning resulted in the loss of learning in all disciplines, particularly in mathematics.

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Should universities use differential treatment to admit students?

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However, Dr Emil Temnyalov , an economist at the University of Technology Sydney in Australia, highlights the effects of socio-economic influences on these scores. While these are the areas of economics commonly in the news, the field is so much broader than this. Stock markets, unemployment, inflation and recession?

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New Study Confirms Racial and Ethnic Disparities Develop Before Kindergarten

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The research found achievement at 13%-16% for White kindergartners displayed advanced science or mathematics versus just 3%-4% of Black or Hispanic students. This new research confirms that this is much easier said than done, especially for Black, Hispanic, economically disadvantaged, female, and disabled students.

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Benefits of Leveling the Playing Field in the Classroom

STEM Sport

It refers to creating an environment where every student, regardless of their background, has a fair and equal chance of succeeding. Educational equity, the cornerstone of this concept, is about providing equal access to learning opportunities and resources, tailored to meet the diverse needs of all learners.

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What My Girls Camp Reveals About the Promise of Women in STEM and the Dangers of Online Hate

ED Surge

CompuGirls was founded in 2006 by Dr. Kim Scott and introduces adolescent girls to the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) through culturally responsive practices and social justice. The technology field can be a great equalizer when it comes to accessibility and creating a common language.

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Mapping the Future: STEM Education and Training Strategy

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As someone deeply passionate about driving innovation and progress, I believe in the power of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics to shape our world. As a result, there is a growing demand for workers with strong skills in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).

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STEM Statistics For 2023 (Education, Diversity, Careers)

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Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics pave the way to our advancement into the future. We cover every aspect of STEM, including preschool through 12th-grade education, college, and career, as well as discuss some of the social and economic challenges that STEM is experiencing. of the total STEM workforce.

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