Two lectures will cover education inequality and strategies for increasing opportunities for diverse students to pursue science and math.
The Center for Research in Mathematics and Science Education presents two events aimed at education fairness and creating academic pathways.
Both lectures support the organization’s efforts to improve math and science education.
Both events are free and open to the public.
Students participating in a workshop sponsored by the Center for Research in Mathematics and Science Education.
About the events
Both events feature two speakers:
- Megan Bang, a psychology professor at the University of Washington
- Beth Warren, a researcher for the Technical Education Research Center
“De-Settling Expectations in Science Education”
“De-Settling Expectations in Science Education” explores key contours of educational inequality through a re-imagining of relationships between science learning, teaching, and shifting understandings of grounding concepts in biological science.
The lecture begins at 5:30 p.m., Oct. 25, in room 220 of the West Commons building.
“Showcasing Success in Culturally-Based Education”
“Showcasing Success in Culturally-Based Education” focuses on the challenges, experiences, perspectives and insights on the role of education. The event is in conjunction with the Making Access to Advance our Communities program.
The lecture will take place at the Making Access to Advance our Communities Charter School (1385 3rd Avenue, Chula Vista). The date will be announced soon.
More information
Questions regarding “De-Settling Expectations in Science Education” can be emailed to Karen Foehl.
Questions regarding “Showcasing Success in Culturally-Based Education” can be emailed to Sara Unsworth.