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Native American perceptions of scientists

January 1, 2013 | Public Programs, Exhibitions, Informal/Formal Connections
Some say that if we could dismantle negative stereotypes of scientists, minority students would be more likely to consider careers in STEM. But precisely what views do minority students hold? In this study, researchers examined the perceptions of 133 Native American students by analysing students’ drawings of scientists and their accompanying written explanations.

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  • 2014 10 22 Heather KING
    Author
    King's College London
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    Resource Type: Research Brief
    Discipline: Education and learning science | General STEM | Nature of science
    Audience: Youth/Teen (up to 17) | Educators/Teachers | Museum/ISE Professionals
    Environment Type: Public Programs | Exhibitions | Informal/Formal Connections | K-12 Programs

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