Women in STEM

High school (ages 12+)
Science & Technology

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Date:

Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/women-in-stem-fields

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the STEM fields?Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
2. What is the addressing disparity?Strategies include early education, mentorship, and creating inclusive workplace cultures

Age of Enlightenment: An intellectual and philosophical movement in the 18th century emphasizing reason, individualism, and skepticism of tradition.
Gender Disparity: A significant difference or inequality in the representation or opportunities between genders in a specific field or context.
Innovation: The process of introducing new ideas, methods, or products that lead to significant improvements or advancements.
Unconscious Bias: Prejudices or stereotypes that affect our understanding, actions, and decisions in an unconscious manner.