“Teachers should expose girls to female role models who have achieved in math or science in order to promote positive beliefs regarding women’s abilities in math and science. Even in elementary school, girls are aware of the stereotype that men are better in math and science that women are. Exposing girls to female role models (e.g. through biographies, guest speakers, or tutoring by other female students) can invalidate these stereotypes.” “Encouraging Girls in Math and Science” Institute of Educational Sciences Practice Guide. U.S. Department of Education, p. 7.



“Invite older girls and women who have succeeded in math- or science-related courses and professions to be guest speakers or tutors in your class.” “Encouraging Girls in Math and Science” Institute of Educational Sciences Practice Guide. U.S. Department of Education, p. 9.

“Assign bibliographical readings about women scientists, mathematicians and engineers, as a part of students’ assignments.” “Encouraging Girls in Math and Science” Institute of Educational Sciences Practice Guide. U.S. Department of Education, p. 9.

“Call attention to current events highlighting the achievements of women in math or science.” “Encouraging Girls in Math and Science” Institute of Educational Sciences Practice Guide. U.S. Department of Education, p. 9.

In a unique dialogue across generations, conference participants will define current standards by creating a women-in-STEM research review applicable across disciplines. Most important, the conference will ensure that today’s women-in-STEM scholars preserve and build upon the insights of the generation that preceded them. 
INTERGENERATIONAL WORKING CONFERENCE ON WOMEN AND SCIENCE RESEARCH
GRADE LEVEL: POSTGRADUATE
PAULA RAYMAN