Steam in Childhood and the Gender Gap: a Proposal for Non-Formal Education

Authors

  • Janett Juvera Universidad Autónoma de Querétaro
  • Sandra Hernández López Universidad Autónoma de Querétaro

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.37467/gka-revedu.v9.2712

Keywords:

STEAM, gender gap, education, childhood

Abstract

The STEAM model seeks the appropriation of ICT tools from science, technology, arts and mathematics, in addition to reducing the gender gap, especially in women. What does a non-formal education STEAM model need to pay to reduce the digital gender gap? A design-based research methodology is proposed to create a STEAM model of non-formal education among 9-13 year old girls. Results, it is possible to identify the motivations that are inclined to the arts. Conclusion: It is necessary to mainstream the gender perspective.

 

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15-03-2021

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Juvera, J., & Hernández López, S. (2021). Steam in Childhood and the Gender Gap: a Proposal for Non-Formal Education. EDU REVIEW. International Education and Learning Review Revista Internacional De Educación Y Aprendizaje, 9(1), pp. 9–25. https://doi.org/10.37467/gka-revedu.v9.2712

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