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Direct linkClapham, Emily D.; Ciccomascolo, Lori E.; Clapham, Andrew J. – Strategies: A Journal for Physical and Sport Educators, 2015
Research suggests that a girl's career interests in the areas of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) declines between grades 6 and 8. Similarly, in middle school, there is a decrease in physical activity among girls. Researchers at the University of Rhode Island (URI) conducted a chemistry-based science camp that took place…
Descriptors: Chemistry, Exercise, Physical Activities, STEM Education
Peer reviewedBenore-Parsons, Marilee; Fisher, Linda E.; Heady, Judith E. – Journal of Women and Minorities in Science and Engineering, 1995
Details a joint project between a university and a community group that involves girls in a one-week science day camp. Discusses how this project could be recreated on any campus with ease and outlines the role of the university in supporting the program. (DDR)
Descriptors: Career Awareness, College Role, Day Camp Programs, Educational Innovation
