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The Hidden Women of STEM Instructional VideoThe Hidden Women of STEM Instructional Video
Publisher
TED-Ed
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Grade
6th - 12th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Instructional Videos
Media Length
11:55
Audiences
For Teacher Use
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Duration
15 mins
Instructional Strategy
Direct Instruction
Technology
Video
Internet Access
Accessibility
Closed Captions
Year
2018
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Creative Commons
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The Hidden Women of STEM

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Despite the recent push to involve young women in STEM careers, the percentage of women in science, technology, engineering, and math is still low. In a short video, Alexis Scott, scientist, engineer, and mathematician offers advice on how young women can be encouraged to pursue the sciences.

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Concepts

women's history, women's history month, black history month, science careers, engineering careers

Instructional Ideas

  • Have groups research programs that offer STEM resources for girls and young women

Classroom Considerations

  • The "Dig Deeper" section provides links to additional resources about women in STEM careers

Pros

  • Scott offers suggestions for how to encourage young women to get involved STEM education and careers

Cons

  • None

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