We need to have more on-ramps to expand pathways to #STEM opportunity, across P-20 #education. This includes inclusive learning and making sure students' basic needs are met. #RealCollege #NoJargon #EdEquity
https://scholars.org/podcast/invisible-barriers-stem-education
(includes transcript, streaming, resources, link to source policy brief, and ways to download).
Full podcast episode w/link above & another clip link here: https://tinyurl.com/252mm4y9
Invisible Barriers in STEM Education | Scholars Strategy Network
In the American school system, math and science are considered essential building blocks of a good education. But for many students, those building blocks can topple over somewhere along the way. We spoke to Professor Lara Perez-Felkner, who laid out invisible barriers faced by racially minoritized and economically disadvantaged students pursuing STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics).