Women In STEM/ Women In Engineering/ STEM Barriers and Solutions/ Need for Women In STEM
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This fantastic artistic PowerPoint presentation was presented to IEEE MEA Engineering College Student Branch, India. In this presentation, I covered concepts of STEM, reasons to have women in STEM, Why STEM fro girls, barriers and solution, STEM pipeline, facts, and fiction for girls in STEM. I believe this presentation is full of encouragement for girls to choose STEM as their career and profession, figure out fictions for girls in STEM. Special thanks to expert and my IEEE mentor Muhammad Mairaj Ul Haque for helping me. For any information and assistance: [haq.mairaj@hotmail.com] [mehakazeem@ieee.org]
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- 2. Science Technology Engineering Mathematics What is? STEM is a curriculum based on the idea of educating students in four specific disciplines — science, technology, engineering and mathematics — in an interdisciplinary and applied approach. Rather than teach the four disciplines as separate and discrete subjects, STEM integrates them into a cohesive learning paradigm based on real-world applications.
- 3. The intellectual and practical activity encompassing the systematic study of the structure and behavior of the physical and natural world through observation and experiment. Science01 Is the sum of techniques, skills, methods, & processes used in the production of goods or services or in the accomplishment of objectives Technology02 Engineering skills include: the scientific method, social, cultural and economic awareness, mathematics, biology, chemistry, physics and other areas of science creativity Engineering03 Get a modern PowerPoint Presentation that is beautifully designed. I hope and I believe that this Template will your Time. Mathematics04
- 7. STEM jobs in the US were held by women in 2015, even though women made up almost half of the nation’s workforce 23% 32% 26% 19% Reported gap in earnings between women with STEM jobs versus women with non STEM jobs STEM degrees belong to women, even though women hold nearly as many undergraduate degrees as men College educated STEM workers are female. Women with STEM degrees are less likely than men to work in STEM jobs
- 8. Women must shine in all field and be a role model for the upcoming generation SHINING STAR They can feel empowered to be at par with their men counterpart EMPOWERED They can get jobs that are paid high if they master the concepts in the STEM way. They need not stay behind anymore JOB They can teach kids right from the inception of the baby in their womb and create a great future NOURISHMENT Women are equally capable as men. They are strong intellectually CAPABILITY
- 9. A Source of Inspiration For The Upcoming Generations An Ever-Expanding Field of Opportunities Fighting Major Problems Improvement in Workforce Quality A Boost For The Economy THE NEED FOR W O M E N I N S T E M
- 10. An Ever-Expanding Field of Opportunities The field of STEM is always expanding. It will constantly keep surprising us with newer concepts and technologies that are currently unknown. The involvement of girls within the STEM curriculum prepares them for understanding and tackling all such concepts. Moreover, knowledge of the vital technologies will ultimately help them to get better at using the technologies that power the world. Fighting Major Problems No major problem in the history of mankind has ever been solved by the mere involvement of a single person. It was the unity of a massive team of people who solved any problem known to us. STEM workforces actively participate in solving the major problems of the earth. The involvement of women provides fresh perspectives on the problem. This allows problems to be solved more effectively. Moreover, with their perspectives, women can effortlessly collaborate with men to ensure a better future for the planet.
- 11. The economic environment of the world today is more competitive than ever. And to make a mark upon this market, there is the only thing that companies can do. It is to innovate and develop tools that satisfy some needs existing within the market. Involving women in such a workforce can help the STEM field to get access to a major talent pool. Such talents pools are known to bring in a different perspective upon the daily functions that include, innovating and developing products. This, ultimately, increases the overall quality of the workforce. Improvement in Workforce Quality From the economic point of view, the involvement of women in STEM workforces is a win-win situation. Contrarily, the lack of women in the workforce can only mean one thing – a deduction in the taxpayer’s money. Moreover, there is a loss in terms of potential if we ignore the benefits that women in STEM bring along with themselves. It was can be agreed that training women for STEM jobs can cost a fortune. However, this sum is nothing compared to the output that these women generate once they are fully trained. A Boost For The Economy
- 12. Statistically, a majority of youngsters aspire to become like their heroes. These youngsters want to follow the footsteps of their heroes and they make their way through the sands of time. However, without women in the STEM workforce, how can one aspire to inspire such youngsters. Not only does having a substantial women workforce attract more children towards the field, but it also encourages them to pursue fields that they previously imagined impossible. A Source of Inspiration For The Upcoming Generations
- 13. There are various reasons for such a meager constitution of women in STEM. The prime reason is the lack of practical experiences. Women have been quoted saying that they love STEM activities but the lack of practical exercises discouraged them from building a career in the field. Yes, it is a fact and many statistics talk about that. Women are still treated secondary in many countries. There needs to be a balance and all women should get equal opportunity. This can be achieved only when they are educated. So there is a special emphasis on STEM for girls. Also, this movement will let women understand their everyday science clearly and they can enjoy all the work they do at home or outside.
- 15. S c i e n c e T e c h n o l o g y E n g i n e e r i n g A r t s M a t h e m a t i c s 3 Major Barriers Lack of Encouragement Talent Deficit
- 16. Solution – Lack of Encouragement How to remove this barrier? • Invest in infrastructure in order to make inclusive access to technology. • Integrate technology in the classroom. • Provide hands-on training which provides real-world experience about STEM fields. Example:Summer Camp, Workshop, Afterschool Activities.
- 17. Solution – Talent Deficit How to remove this barrier? • Provide Scholarshipsthat targeting women to increase the opportunityfor them. • Promote STEM Educationby highlightingthe social impact of science and its role in solving the world’s pressing problems. Example: Speaker Series. • Provide venues to network, learn, and share peer’s experiences. Example: Conference and Professional Society Meetings. How to remove this barrier?
- 18. Solution – Role Model Shortage How to remove this barrier? • Build virtual mentoring platforms to connect women students with inspiring women. • Provide internship and allow them to connect with women at all levels within your organizationsand offer plenty of opportunity for dialogue. • Provide fellowship to cultivateleadershipand professional coaching for women professionals. How to remove this barrier?
- 19. STEM PIPELINE - LEAKING BADLY The STEM pipeline is a key component of workplace diversity and of workforce development that ensures sufficient qualified candidates are available to fill scientific and technical positions. The STEM pipeline concept is a useful tool f or programs aiming at increasing the total number of graduates, increase the number of underrepresented minorities and women in STEM fields.
- 20. How To Troubleshoot Role model at Primary stage Young undergraduates learn that science privileges a masculine culture, which makes it hard to imagine their career path. Make STEM adoptable to Young Undergraduate Practical ways to tackle this problem include diversity training for hiring committees. Diversity Trainings Mentorship Programme Another avenue for change is to address stereotypes and their effects. Address Stereotypes and effects Children lack female scientist role models from primary school Better mentorship programme for female graduate students and postdocs.
- 21. "Women have a place at the table when it comes to science. Don't let anyone tell you otherwise." Dr. Marye Anne Fox. "I love technology, and I don't think it's something that should divide along gender lines.“ Marissa Mayer “We are not here to say pink and princesses are band, we just want girls to know they can build their own castles, too!" Debbie Sterling
- 22. POOJA CHANDRASHEKAR Young computer scientist & advocate DR. JEDIDAH ISLER First African American woman to earn a PhD in Astrophysics from Yale MAE JEMISON First African American woman to travel to space. Maryam Mirzakhani Noble Prize for Math Bindi Karia ‘Queen of Startups’ – Silicon Valley Aprille Ericsson-Jackson first African-American woman to receive a Ph.D. in Engineering at NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center
- 24. “YOU CAN DO THE SAME”
- 25. Negative stereotypes by Family Implicitly believe that girls are indeed poor at STEM subjects. As girls grow up, these stereotypes affect their identities as STEM professionals. Bias abound in academia The arguments that girls find science “boring,” that attempts to bridge the gender divide “deny human biology and nature,” and that efforts to achieve gender equality (STEM) fields are doomed. Nature vs Nurture No cognitive differences in men and women’s performance in tests until stereotype threat is triggered. Hormones make us “different”. Women drop out of science because their hormones make them “different” Must be Thinking? Why?
- 26. Debbie Sterling
- 30. Thank You
- 31. Biomedical Engineer SDG Advocate, Pakistan IEEE R10 SAC Member | Social Media Coordinator IEEE Brand Ambassador MAKE YOUR VISION SO CLEAR, THAT YOUR FEARS BECOME IRRELEVANT MEHAKAZEEM MEHAK AZEEM Speaker