Innovations
Karen Marrongelle, Chief Operating Officer, National Science Foundation
Reaching the Missing Millions in STEM: Community Colleges’ Central Role
The science and engineering enterprise faces the same diversity, equity, and inclusion challenges that are present in society. These issues prevent the U.S. from achieving a STEM ecosystem that is representative of the incredible diversity we see in our country, a diversity that is essential to maintaining U.S. global leadership in science and engineering. Strengthening our STEM workforce requires that we address the Missing Millions, the gap between...
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September 15, 2021
COVID-19 has created an opportunity to reexamine how we support our diverse student population, with equity and access at the forefront of our conversations. The increased use of technology has further impacted the equity gap and it is essential that higher education make learning accessible to all.
How can community colleges continue to provide online support post-pandemic to make sure the needs of all students are being met? Having transitioned to fully online courses and support services during COVID-19, Oakland Community College saw the benefits of offering integrated...
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When looking at national data about American students who are identified as English language learners (ELL), overlapping definitions from two prominent sources are important to note. The U.S. Census Bureau uses the American Community Survey (2013) to obtain information about factors that disproportionately affect ELL students and their families. The survey compares statistics between "native" and "foreign" households, definitions which are determined by where the householder was born. Not all children whose parents were born outside of the U.S. are identified as ELL. However, when...
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February 20, 2025
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As the very definition of plagiarism and academic integrity shifts, Institutions are grappling with how to adapt policies and practices to address these emerging issues while ensuring a fair and authentic learning experience for students. The rapid pace of AI innovation necessitates thoughtful and proactive approaches to protect academic integrity and ensure that students, educators, and institutions are being supported and provided with the resources they need to succeed.
The discussion will focus on creating solutions that...
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In an effort to serve our conference participants, presenters, and exhibitors, a digital copy of the 2016 STEMtech Conference Program and Guide to the Exhibition is now available.
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