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GSST 340 - Global Views: Women in Science

4.00 credit hours
Examination of global issues facing 20th century women in science. Current literature will be used to explore how socioeconomic and cultural differences impact retention of women in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) fields. Discussion topics will include the driving forces behind women’s perception of their lack of ability in these disciplines, gender biases facing women, and current trends in science education of girls and women. Emphasis is placed on what advances for women in STEM disciplines have occurred over the last century, and what disparities still need to be resolved.

Prerequisite(s): Junior standing.
Cardinal Directions Designation(s): Global Understanding, U.S. Power Structures.
iCon(s): Challenging Inequity, Examining Health.


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