Change Agents - Mentoring for Change in Physics
Offered By: APS Physics via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the culture of physics and its impact on diversity in this 52-minute workshop. Discover how physics is perceived and how this perception affects entry and persistence in the field. Learn about the culture of physics, its influence on who enters and thrives, and how physics identity and intersectionality can help increase diversity in the discipline. Gain insights from Dr. Roxanne Hughes, Director of the Center for Integrating Research and Learning at the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory, as she shares her expertise on programs and policies aimed at increasing representation of women and marginalized populations in STEM fields. Examine topics such as toxic culture, physics identity, and intersectionality through poll results and examples. Benefit from Dr. Hughes' extensive experience in science education, research on STEM identity, and involvement in national initiatives to engage underrepresented groups in STEM.
Syllabus
Introduction
Culture of Physics
Poll Results
Toxic Culture
The Culture of Physics
Physics Identity
Intersectionality
Example
Taught by
APS Physics
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