Experts weigh in on how to inspire girls into STEM subjects

EducationHQ News Team

By EducationHQ News Team
Published March 7, 2019

Ahead of International Women's Day, education experts highlight ways to spark girls interest in fields where women are under-represented, and the importance of valuing work that women do now.

Girls engage with STEM subjects when they see the applications and when their learning is valued

Dr Jane Hunter is ...

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