Engaging Latinx students in scientific inquiry and metacognition through an interdisciplinary summer program

Authors

Angela M. Chapman, The University of Texas Rio Grande ValleyFollow
Uma Ganesan, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Mario Almanza, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Lluvia Garcia, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Yailen Gomez, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Isabel Amaro, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

4-2024

Abstract

Informal learning experiences can provide PK-12 students with the opportunity to enhance their learning of, attitudes toward, and interest in STEM. This study explored the impact of informal STEM learning experiences on Latinx high school students. Through an authentic STEM program, we investigated how students' science and engineering skills, practices, and knowledge were influenced, as well as their attitudes and interest in STEM. Additionally, we examined the transferability of their learning from informal to formal educational settings. Our findings indicated that this innovative approach enhanced student learning of science and engineering practices, positively shaped their attitudes toward STEM, and facilitated metacognitive transfer to formal learning environments.

Recommended Citation

Angela Chapman, Uma Ganesan, Mario Almanza et al. Engaging Latinx students in scientific inquiry and metacognition through an interdisciplinary summer program , 25 April 2024, PREPRINT (Version 1) available at Research Square https://doi.org/10.21203/rs.3.rs-4253212/v1

DOI

10.21203/rs.3.rs-4253212/v1