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Book Synopsis: Successful STEM Mentoring Initiatives for Underrepresented College Students is a step-by-step, research-based guide for higher education faculty and administrators who are charged with designing mentoring programs to recruit and retain students from underrepresented groups. Written by an acknowledged expert in the field of STEM mentoring, the book constitutes a virtual consultant that enables readers to diagnose the issues they face, identify priorities, and implement appropriate practices to achieve their goals.The book describes the real and perceived barriers that underrepresented students—to include women, students of color, transfer students, and first-generation college students—encounter when considering enrollment, or participating, in science courses; considers the issues they face at the various transitions in their education, from entering college to declaring a major and moving on to a profession; and sets out the range of mentoring options available to program designers.By posing key questions and using three running case illustrations of common dilemmas, the book walks readers through the process of matching the best design options with the particular needs and resources of their own department or campus. Intentionally brief and to the point, the book is nonetheless a comprehensive guide to the full range mentoring models and best practices, that also covers issues of institutional and departmental climate and teaching methods, and offers insider insights to help designers avoid pitfalls as they create effective, sustainable mentoring initiatives.This guide will assist administrators working on new initiatives to broaden access and improve persistence and graduation in their programs, as well as apply for research grants, by clarifying objectives and identifying the effective evidence-based practices to achieve them. It also provides common conversation-starters for departments to identify obstacles to enrollment and broaden participation.
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Looking for a proven solution to recruit and retain underrepresented college students in STEM? Look no further! Our book, Successful STEM Mentoring Initiatives for Underrepresented Students, is a groundbreaking guide designed specifically for higher education faculty and administrators. Backed by extensive research and written by a leading STEM mentoring expert, this step-by-step manual will provide you with the knowledge and tools needed to design effective mentoring programs.
One of the biggest challenges faced by underrepresented students in STEM is finding the guidance and support they need to succeed. Our book delves into the real and perceived barriers these students encounter throughout their educational journey. Whether it's enrolling in science courses, declaring a major, or transitioning to a profession, we address it all. By understanding these issues, you'll be equipped to create mentoring initiatives that directly tackle the obstacles these students face.
What sets our book apart is its practical approach. We provide three case illustrations that showcase common dilemmas when designing mentoring programs. By actively engaging with these examples, you'll gain insights on how to match the best design options to the unique needs and resources of your department or campus. In addition, our comprehensive guide covers a wide range of mentoring models and best practices, ensuring you have a holistic understanding of what works.
But it doesn't stop there. Our book also delves into the importance of creating an inclusive institutional and departmental climate, as well as employing effective teaching methods. By addressing these aspects, you'll be creating sustainable mentoring initiatives that not only increase access and persistence but also improve graduation rates. It's a win-win situation.
Ready to take the first step in transforming STEM education for underrepresented students? Start by reading our book today! With its evidence-based practices and tangible strategies, you'll be armed with the knowledge to implement a successful mentoring initiative. Don't miss out on the chance to make a lasting impact. Get your copy now!
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