Share Paper: Girls Engaged in Math and Science (GEMS)

  1. Melanie Shores, The University of Alabama at Birmingham, United States
  2. Brooke Elliott, GEMS/ALEX, United States
  3. Tommy Smith, The University of Alabama at Birmingham, United States
  4. David Radford, The University of Alabama at Birmingham, United States
  5. Shannon Parks, Alabama State Department of Education, United States
  6. Stephanie Baird, Alabama Learning Exchange (ALEX), United States
  7. Sonya Hardy, The University of Alabama at Birmingham, United States
Tuesday, November 18 2:00-2:30 PM Capri 115

Abstract: The Girls Engaged in Math & Science (GEMS) Project outlines a cogent state and national partnership that will result in research on girls in mathematics and science courses using 21st Century professional development and resources to give girls, particularly those in rural underserved areas, digital media that inspires confidence and enjoyment of lifelong learning. The overarching goal of GEMS is to change attitudes, behavior, pedagogy, and curriculum for girls through providing a vibrant, engaging, digital portal program with media that extends learning beyond the four walls of the traditional classroom. This truly innovative project promises to build a bridge between ...