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Why good childcare provision is important for gender equality

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Why good childcare provision is important for gender equality. TALK LIKE A SOCIAL POLICY RESEARCHER. WHY RESEARCHING GENDER EQUALITY IS IMPORTANT. She is interested in how government policies promote or hinder gender equality in society. “We WHY GOOD CHILDCARE PROVISION IS IMPORTANT FOR GENDER EQUALITY.

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The power of geographic information systems: bringing data to life with maps

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The application has since been taken up by lots of agencies, including the Council for Environmental Equality at the White House. I went to university to study geography, then started a master’s in meteorology. Make the most of your time at high school to develop skills such as public speaking, teamwork and leadership.

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How can engineering address human rights issues?

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The ability to travel to reach educational or employment opportunities is essential for ensuring social equality. By combining engineering and human rights disciplines, he is researching the links between access to transport and the inequalities facing Peruvians today. HOW DOES PUBLIC TRANSPORT AFFECT INEQUALITY?

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Fields and fungicides: mixing microbiology and social science

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A unique team of early-career researchers from the University of Exeter and the University of Bristol in the UK is addressing this concern through environmental tests and direct engagement with farmers. We come from a variety of backgrounds including microbiology, human geography and theology,” says Dr Andy Jones, the theologian in the group.

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Classroom resources for the new school year

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At Futurum, we work with researchers and academics from all disciplines to create classroom resources for schools. Each article explains the researcher’s work in a clear and engaging way and provides advice for students interested in pursuing a career in the field. Look no further!

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From field to lab: the changing nature of archaeology

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Maryland is a state defined by its history and its geography. Learning about archaeological conservation, students understand how excavation and curation link to the research and preservation of the data recovered.” FIELD OF RESEARCH: Archaeology. FIELD OF RESEARCH: Analytical Chemistry. A UNIQUE HISTORY. DR RANDOLPH K.

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Top tips for engaging your STEM students

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It is often said that we learn by doing, and a recent study by researchers at the University of Chicago has shown that students do indeed gain a deeper understanding of scientific concepts when they experience them in active tasks rather than just reading about them. Make it interactive. While experiments have a key role in biology (e.g.,

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