Studying the science gender gap at the high school level

Fewer women than men pursue scientific education, and fewer still pursue a scientific career--this may be well known, but it's far from well understood. Researchers from Northern Illinois University have released preliminary results from a recent study of high school science classes, when students first have the opportunity to pursue science in earnest. The research looks at the relationships among classroom activities, gender, and instructors to pin down exactly what is turning girls off science.

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