Women and Minorities in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics: Upping the Numbers
Ronald J. Burke, Mary C. Mattis, "Women and Minorities in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics: Upping the Numbers"
2007 | pages: 398 | ISBN: 1845428889 | PDF | 1,5 mb
2007 | pages: 398 | ISBN: 1845428889 | PDF | 1,5 mb
This fascinating work indicates that some developed countries face a looming shortage of skilled workers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Scientific and technological advances and innovations are critical to the economic performance of developed countries and the standard of living of their citizens. The contributors discuss the nature and size of the problem and show why increasing the number of women and minorities in STEM industries is vital. They provide reasons for the relatively few women and minorities currently interested in or working in STEM, and consider issues 'upstream' in the schooling and preparation of women and minorities and 'downstream' in their work experiences and career challenges. Finally, concrete examples of successful actions to increase the numbers of women and minorities in STEM are presented.
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