The Myth of the Male Math Brain
Education
Research shows no cognitive biological differences between the genders in math, so the idea of a male “math brain” is not true.
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Fast Facts: Early Barriers to Girls & Women in STEM
Education
Teachers and parents often underestimate girls’ math abilities. These lower expectations and biases are estimated to contribute the gender achievement gap in math.
Closing the STEM Gap
Education
Promote public awareness to parents about how they can encourage daughters as much as sons in math and science – supporting learning opportunities and positive messages.
Where We Stand: STEM Education
Policy Center
AAUW supports promoting and strengthening science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education, especially for girls and underrepresented populations.
The STEM Gap
When it comes to 'innate' abilities, there's no evidence whatsoever to support the notion that boys are better at math and science. Yet these limiting stereotypes persist.