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See more from this Session: Geoscience Diversity 2008: Status, Strategies, and Successful Models I
Abstract:
An ideal solution to this conceptually broad issue would incorporate elements from a range of previously funded National Science Foundation diversity programs. Such successful projects have typically included local consortiums of educators, a broad base of program participants, networks of support faculty and staff, unique outreach activities, research experiences for participants, and quantitative self-assessment. Southern Arizona's characteristic Hispanic and Native American groups would be the primary targets for these initiatives. In order to serve these groups for the long term, a model program would be organized to self-sustain beyond the lifetime of the initial grant. The challenges of designing such a program will be discussed and constructive feedback from fellow educators will be welcomed.
See more from this Division: Topical Sessions
See more from this Session: Geoscience Diversity 2008: Status, Strategies, and Successful Models I