In the brief, we provide an overview of several definitions and approaches to systems change, discuss the NSF INCLUDES vision for systems change, and illustrate how a systems change framework, developed by FSG, can be applied to the NSF INCLUDES design elements of collaborative infrastructure and associated broadening participation outcomes.
This research brief is primarily intended for individuals who work within institutions and systems to broaden participation in STEM, as well as for individuals who wish to support these efforts such as researchers and funders. It summarizes evidence-based strategies that increase STEM access and participation for elementary to postsecondary students facing economic hardships.
This research brief includes evidence-based strategies for attracting and retaining girls and women in STEM. It incorporates intersectional approaches to addressing inequalities specific to the experiences of girls and women of color. We feature the perspective of the National Girls Collaborative Project (NGCP), an organization with strong on-the-ground experience implementing some of these strategies. The brief also contains a list of 19 NSF INCLUDES awards and related publications focused on girls and women in STEM.
This brief summarizes evidence-based strategies that can be used across different age ranges to encourage underrepresented racial and ethnic groups to participate and persist in STEM. We highlight strategies such as culturally relevant pedagogical practices, family support, hands-on learning, summer bridge programs, research experiences, counterspaces, and mentoring. The list is not exhaustive; we only cited published work within the last five years and that we believe relates to the context of INCLUDES.
