BREAKING BARRIERS: Strategies To Close The Gender Gap In STEM Education

Nur Choiro Siregar; Sümeyye Öcal  Dörterler; Desty Haswati

Penulis

Nur Choiro Siregar, Ph.D.

University of Muhammadiyah Tangerang

Asst. Prof. Dr. Sümeyye Öcal Dörterler

Desty Haswati, M.Pd.

University of Muhammadiyah Tangerang

Kata Kunci:

Gender Gap

Sinopsis

This book explores the multifaceted barriers that hinder participation in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education across different global contexts. It identifies key challenges such as gender disparities, socio-economic inequalities, curriculum limitations, lack of role models, and inadequate teacher preparation. The book further categorizes these barriers into individual, institutional, and societal levels, offering a comprehensive analysis of how each contributes to STEM attrition.

The book also reviews strategic interventions and management practices aimed at improving STEM access and retention. It highlights the role of inclusive teaching practices, mentorship, targeted policy reforms, and culturally responsive pedagogy. Drawing from studies across various regions, the review emphasizes the need for a holistic, intersectional approach to dismantle structural inequalities in STEM education.

In conclusion, the book calls for integrated solutions involving educators, policymakers, and community stakeholders to foster equitable STEM participation and long-term engagement. It underscores the importance of evidence-based management strategies and global cooperation in overcoming persistent barriers.

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PREFACE
TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION
CHAPTER 2 UNDERSTANDING THE BARRIERS
CHAPTER 3 CHANGING MINDSETS
CHAPTER 4 CREATING INCLUSIVE LEARNING ENVIRONMENTS
CHAPTER 5 ROLE MODELS AND MENTORSHIP
CHAPTER 6 LEVERAGING TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION
CHAPTER 7 POLICY AND INSTITUTIONAL SUPPORT
CHAPTER 8 ENGAGING PARENTS AND COMMUNITIES
REFERENCES
BIOGRAPHY

Biografi Penulis

Nur Choiro Siregar, Ph.D. , University of Muhammadiyah Tangerang

Nur Choiro Siregar, Ph.D. is a lecturer at the University of Muhammadiyah Tangerang, Indonesia. He completed his doctoral studies in the field of Mathematics Education at Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) in 2 years and 8 months. Dr. Choiro's research and publications focus on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), mathematics learning, space science through the UKM-SIDπ program, geometry modules, discovery learning, meta-analysis, and bibliometric analysis. He has written 8 books and published 38 articles in national and international journals. Dr. Choiro is also an experienced reviewer for several leading journals, including International Journal of Learning, Teaching, and Educational Research; Journal of Infrastructure, Policy and Development (JIPD); Asian Journal of Education and Social Studies; Komunika: Journal of Communication Science and Islamic Dakwah; Futurity Education; Southeast Asian Mathematics Education Journal; Education Journal; Jurnal PRINSIP Pendidikan Matematika; Science Publishing Group; and Cogent Education. He received a bronze medal at the 2018 national EduInnovation event in Malaysia and was awarded gold in 2023 at the International Youth Researcher and Exhibition-Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand.

Asst. Prof. Dr. Sümeyye Öcal Dörterler

Asst. Prof. Dr. Sümeyye Öcal Dörterler is a dedicated scholar in the field of early childhood education. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Preschool Education from Boğaziçi University in 2016. She then completed her Master’s degree at Yıldız Technical University and obtained her Ph.D. from Marmara University in 2023, both in the field of Preschool Education. Her academic career began in 2018 as a research assistant at Erciyes University. She then served as a lecturer at Istanbul Gelişim University between 2019 and 2022. Currently, she is working as an Assistant Professor at Kütahya Dumlupınar University. She actively contributes to national and international academic communities, participates in European Union and TÜBİTAK projects, and collaborates on research initiatives focused on child development, teacher competencies, and educational technologies. Dr. Öcal Dörterler specializes in STEM education in early childhood, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), scientific process skills, visual perception, educational technologies 21st century learning skills, children's literature, and teacher competencies. Her interdisciplinary perspective allows her to merge innovative pedagogical approaches with evidence-based practices to enhance early childhood education. She has played active roles in various research and development projects. Notably, she served as a researcher in the nationally funded TÜBİTAK 1001 project titled “Oyun Kumbarası: Çevrim İçi Değerler Eğitimi Aile Destek Programı”. She is also part of the Erasmus+ CBHE project called “IIDEMIC: Inclusive and Innovative Digital Education for Migrant Community in Kenya and Somalia”, where she contributes to developing digital and inclusive learning modules. Her international mobility includes participation in several Erasmus+ KA131 and KA171 staff mobility programs, visiting institutions in Poland, Spain, Argentina, Croatia, Portugal, and Kenya. These experiences have enriched her understanding of global educational practices and fostered valuable academic collaborations.

Desty Haswati, M.Pd., University of Muhammadiyah Tangerang

Desty Haswati, M.Pd. graduated with a S1 in the Mathematics Education, Sultan Ageng Tirtayasa University (Untirta) and a S2 in the Mathematics Education, Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia (UPI). Currently, he is a permanent lecturer of the Mathematics Education Study Program (FKIP) University of Muhammadiyah Tangerang (UMT) and the Head of the Curriculum and Learning Section at the Institute for Education and Learning Development (LPPP) UMT. He is also active in participating in MBKM activities of the Ministry of Education and Culture, both as a Field Supervisor (DPL) and a PT Coordinator and passed the Junior Lecturer Research Higher Education Grant in 2019 and 2024.

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