“I Could See Myself as a Scientist”: The Potential of Out-of-School Time Programs to Influence Girls’ Identities in Science

By Kelly Riedinger & Amy Taylor

Identity development like that fostered in the Coastal Ecology science camp may be key to encouraging more girls to enter STEM fields.

Tags: Engagement, Community Based Organization, STEM, Youth Development, Academic Subjects, Gender, Best Practices, Interventions, Outcomes, Schools