Research shows that families are critical to the encouragement and navigation support of STEM learning for youth. Culturally responsive family engagement is especially important for program providers to consider in that it maximizes the strength and potential of all communities, most notably the populations most underrepresented in STEM fields. Culturally responsive programs respect cultural differences of families across race, language, geography, religion and nationality.
The East Alabama STEM Ecosystem Joins Global STEM Ecosystems Initiative
East Alabama STEM Ecosystem joins the Global STEM Ecosystems Initiative, bringing together Auburn University, local industries, and school districts to create powerful STEM learning experiences across six counties in Workforce Region 5.