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Evaluation of an 8-week High School Science Communication Course Designed to Read, Write, and Present Scientific Research
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Megan D. Radyk; Lillian B. Spatz; Mahliyah L. Adkins-Threats; Kitra Cates; Celine L. St Pierre – Advances in Physiology Education, 2023
The development of science writing and presentation skills is necessary for a successful science career. Too often these skills are not included in pre- or postsecondary science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education, leading to a disconnect between high schoolers' expectations for college preparedness and the skills needed to…
Descriptors: Course Evaluation, Secondary School Science, Science Education, Communication (Thought Transfer)
Introducing High School Students to Chemical Engineering Kinetics with a Simple Experiment-Based Smartphone Education Application
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Stanley, Simone; Ymele-Leki, Patrick – Chemical Engineering Education, 2017
A community outreach project was integrated in a District of Columbia public schools summer internship program for students from underrepresented minorities in STEM. The project introduced these students to fundamental engineering principles by leveraging a smartphone application (App) so readily accessible and attractive to them that it boosted…
Descriptors: High School Students, Chemical Engineering, Kinetics, Science Experiments
Students Participate in Summer Program.
Oliver, Jimmie Nell – Winds of Change, 1997
The Agricultural Research Service provides "hands-on" work experience in a research laboratory to college students interested in agriculture, science, math, and other related fields. Three Native American college students describe how participating in this summer intern program has helped them pursue their educational goals. (TD)
Descriptors: American Indians, Biology, College Students, Experiential Learning
The Impact of Internships.
Bennett, Cheryl Redhorse – Winds of Change, 2003
An American Indian college senior's internship at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention gave her experience with a federal agency and the opportunity to meet Indian professionals and students. Her mentor helped her develop a research project and introduced her to many contacts who could help further her education and career. Her…
Descriptors: American Indian Education, American Indian Students, College Seniors, Experiential Learning