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Traversing Stem: Creating Pathways For Social Justice In The United States, Remy Dou Sep 2016

Traversing Stem: Creating Pathways For Social Justice In The United States, Remy Dou

South Florida Education Research Conference

The system that once motivated Americans to pursue science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) careers now presents obstacles to racial and ethnic minorities, women, and the poor. This paper highlights both the advantages and hindrances inherent in STEM professions while advocating for improved access to these pathways.


Business Education For Corporate Social Responsibility And Social Justice, Shannon Deer, Jill Zarestky Jan 2016

Business Education For Corporate Social Responsibility And Social Justice, Shannon Deer, Jill Zarestky

Adult Education Research Conference

Social justice and corporate social responsibility are concepts business schools struggle to incorporate into curriculum at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Using qualitative methods, this study explored the impact adult education principles and practices had on business students’ beliefs, assumptions, and values towards social justice and corporate social responsibility.


Questioning Privilege: Tools For Research And Teaching, Sarah Ray, Jill Zarestky Jan 2016

Questioning Privilege: Tools For Research And Teaching, Sarah Ray, Jill Zarestky

Adult Education Research Conference

Privilege and bias are important concepts for researchers and educators to examine, as part of doctoral training and as professional experiences develop. In this session, we explore tools and strategies for furthering awareness of privilege and bias for academics at all stages and for personal, research, and instructional use.