What Factors Contribute to the Success of African American Women in Science and Mathematics: Do Teaching Techniques Matter?

Authors

Sheryl McGlamery, Associate Professor Science Education, Department of Teacher Education, University of Nebraska-Omaha, Omaha, NE

Date of this Version

November 2004

Abstract

The session content will focus on the author's research about effective teaching techniques that engage and assist African American women (and others) in succeeding in science and mathematics courses. Several case studies will highlight the effective practice focus of this session.