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Morales-Burgess, Viviana – ProQuest LLC, 2021
The fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) are being refined to prepare learners for 21st-century careers. The jobs in the STEM fields are on the rise, but there is still a lack of representation of women in these fields. Gender stereotypes and biased viewpoints on gender may prevent female interest and success in STEM…
Descriptors: STEM Education, Females, Sex Stereotypes, Gender Bias
Kriegel, Jessica – ProQuest LLC, 2013
In today's global and high-tech economy, the primary contributing factor to sustainable competitive advantage is the strategic development of employees, an organization's only unique asset. However, with four generations actively present in the workforce and the proliferation of web-based learning as a key method for developing…
Descriptors: Generational Differences, Cognitive Style, Preferences, Cohort Analysis
Pugh, Sandra Lyniece – ProQuest LLC, 2009
An increase in the Mexican American population within the predominantly African American community and school was the basis of this qualitative study. The purpose of the study was to introduce African American second grade students to authentic Mexican and Mexican American children's literature. Interactive read-alouds of nonfiction and realistic…
Descriptors: African American Students, Childrens Literature, African American Community, Economic Status