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Increase in Science Research Commitment in a Didactic and Laboratory-Based Program Targeted to Gifted Minority
Roeper Review
|June 22, 2019
Summary
High school science enrichment programs significantly boost minority student interest in STEM careers. The Center Scholars Program showed 86% of participants pursued science research, compared to 50% in a control group.
Area of Science:
- Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)
- Minority Participation in STEM
- Science Education Research
Background:
- Underrepresentation of ethnic minorities in STEM fields is a persistent concern.
- Existing interventions often focus on college-level enrichment.
- Early-stage, high-school level mentoring may be more impactful for career choices.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the impact of a high-school enrichment program on minority students' pursuit of STEM careers.
- To assess the effectiveness of the Center Scholars Program in preparing minority students for scientific research.
Main Methods:
- A case/comparison group study design was employed.
- The Center Scholars Program provided college-level research preparation for gifted minority high school students.
- Career intentions were compared between program participants and a control group.
Main Results:
- 86% of Center Scholars intended to pursue science research careers.
- 50% of the comparison group planned to pursue science research careers.
- The program demonstrated a substantial positive impact on participants' career aspirations.
Conclusions:
- High-school enrichment programs can significantly influence minority students' decisions to enter STEM research fields.
- Targeted interventions at the high school level are crucial for increasing diversity in STEM.
- The Center Scholars Program serves as an effective model for promoting science careers among minority youth.
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