Keith, Lindsay ORCID: 0000-0002-5324-1719 and Kerr, Gary W. (2022) Levelling the playing field: lessons from sport on re-framing science engagement as a benefit to the individual. Journal of Science Communication, 21 (4):A03. ISSN 1824-2049 (Online) (doi:https://doi.org/10.22323/2.21040203)

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Abstract

The workforces of the Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM) industries suffer from skills gaps and lack diversity. Science engagement activities often try to solve these problems through targeting audiences under-represented in the STEM workforces. There is limited data, however, to suggest that these engagement efforts are successful in translating into more diverse workforces. We draw upon Unicef’s ‘Sport for Development’ model and propose a new conceptual framework: ‘Science Engagement for Good’. This frames science engagement activities around the benefits to individuals, families and communities, rather than the benefits to STEM industries, the economy or society at large.

Item Type:	Article
Uncontrolled Keywords:	equity, science, STEM, engagement, sport, inclusion, diversity, benefit, individual
Subjects:	L Education > L Education (General) Q Science > Q Science (General)
Faculty / School / Research Centre / Research Group:	Faculty of Liberal Arts & Sciences Faculty of Liberal Arts & Sciences > School of Design (DES)
Last Modified:	01 Jul 2022 11:00
URI:	http://gala.gre.ac.uk/id/eprint/36334

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