Science in the U.S.--With One Hand Tied behind Us.

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ERIC Number: EJ420528

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1989

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Science in the U.S.--With One Hand Tied behind Us.

Hood on the Issues, n1 p3-14 1988-89

The status and experiences of women in science and engineering are discussed. Specifically highlighted is the situation at Hood College, Maryland, a school with a majority of female students. Strategies for encouraging female students to enter and continue in science majors and careers are suggested. (CW)

Descriptors: College Science, Engineering Education, Females, Higher Education, Mentors, Science Education, Sex Bias, Sex Stereotypes, Single Sex Colleges, Teaching Methods, Womens Education

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive; Opinion Papers

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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners

Language: English

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Note: Journal Availability: Office of the President, Hood College, Frederick, MD 21701-9988.