Teaching the Majority

Breaking the Gender Barrier in Science, Mathematics, and Engineering

Author: Sue Vilhauer Rosser
ISBN: 9780807762769

This book represents pioneering work in teaching by scientists, mathematicians, and engineers to attract and retain women. Each chapter in this edited volume is written by a teacher who has transformed her or his course to appeal successfully to women students in particular, while retaining its appeal for male students. Specific disciplines are covered in five parts: Physics and Engineering; Chemistry; Mathematics; Computer Science; Environmental Science; and Geosciences.

Publisher: Teacher College, Columbia University
Publish Date: 1995

Subjects: Education / General, Science / Study & Teaching

This book is available in the following Community Centers: Women's Center (Location: STEM)