Perspectives and experiences of gender inclusion for STEM programs through an intersectional lens

Thesis

Background: STEM is becoming increasingly important in determining a country's economic and social progress. Despite decades of research and advocacy, women remain underrepresented in STEM education and professions. Such STEM gender gaps, with certain regional and subject differentiations, nevertheless remain as global issues further exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. Informal educational initiatives on GIFSTEM (gender inclusion for STEM) emerged as part of the solution...

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Authors: Zou, X

• DOI: 10.5287/ora-dex2dm1qd
• Type of award: MSc taught course
• Level of award: Masters
• Awarding institution: University of Oxford
• Language: English
• Keywords: DSC2022; interviews; qualitative research; intersectionality; DSC; inclusive education; cross-cultural education; gender inclusion for STEM
• Subjects: Education; Interviews; Qualitative research; Inclusive education