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In-Class Participation And Performance Gender Gaps In Introductory Biology Courses: The Instructor Gender Effect, Nicholas Nelson, Liz Bailey
In-Class Participation And Performance Gender Gaps In Introductory Biology Courses: The Instructor Gender Effect, Nicholas Nelson, Liz Bailey
Journal of Undergraduate Research
It is well known that undergraduate women are underrepresented in STEM disciplines, which includes the sciences, technology, engineering, and mathematics (NSF 20011). However, the explanation for this phenomenon is not completely understood. Much research has been done recently and suggests that the “why?” is very complicated and multi-faceted (Smith 2012, Gayles 2014). Reasons can include female students’ sense of belonging, perception of ability, access to a positive mentor, and others (Smith 2012). While biology programs are unique in that female enrollment often exceeds that of males, gender inequities are still seen as postgraduates enter their careers (Handelsman et.al 2005). Because …