Share Paper: Engaging Girls in Mathematics and Science

  1. Melanie Shores, The University of Alabama at Birmingham, United States
  2. Tommy Smith, The University of Alabama at Birmingham, United States
  3. David Radord, The University of Alabama at Birmingham, United States
  4. Sonya Hardy, The University of Alabama at Birmingham, United States
  5. Brooke Elliott, GEMS/ALEX, United States
  6. Stephanie Baird, The University of Alabama at Birmingham/ALEX, United States
  7. Shannon Parks, Alabama State Department of Education, United States
Tuesday, March 3 2:45 PM-3:45 PM Meeting Room 3

Abstract: The University of Alabama at Birmingham presents the Girls Engaged in Mathematics & Science (GEMS) Project to the 2009 SITE Conference. This paper 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 traditional classroom. ...