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| 4071 - Science, Engineering and Technology 4-H Core Curriculum | ||
|---|---|---|
| 4071.1) | 298 |
Number of youth who use knowledge and skills developed from 4-H science, engineering and technology programs in daily life |
| 4071.2) | 335 |
Number of youth who follow scientific methods when making decisions |
| 4071.3) | 72 |
Number of youth who do SET activities outside of school |
| 4071.4) | 65 |
Number of youth who create a display or object related to SET and can explain what they have learned |
Author: Mary S Averbeck
Major Program: Science, Engineering and Technology 4-H Core Curriculum
Why are so few women in science and engineering careers? According to The American Association of University Women (AAUW) there are still environmental and social barriers that continue to block women’s progress in these fields. AAUW’s research shows that emphasizing real-life applications in early STEM courses, encouraging girls to develop their spatial skills and helping girls recognize their career-relevant skills are proven strategies to encouraging girl
