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Koo, Bon W.; Bathia, Shruti; Morell, Linda; Gochyyev, Perman; Phillips, Michelle; Wilson, Mark; Smith, Rebecca – Journal of STEM Outreach, 2021
While the impact of authentic research experiences in STEM on student engagement and interest in science has been documented, less is known about the role of peer communities in fostering this interest and engagement. This research explores the idea that a strong peer community can catalyze deep learning and engagement in scientific research among…
Descriptors: Peer Relationship, Communities of Practice, Sense of Community, Self Efficacy
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Witzel, Lakisha; MacCormack, Jean; Nielsen, Katherine; Smith, Rebecca – Journal of STEM Outreach, 2020
Since 1987, nearly 450 high school students have participated in the High School Intern Program (HIP) led by the Science and Health Education Partnership (SEP) at the University of California San Francisco (UCSF). Acceptance is not contingent upon grades, being solidly on a path to college, or commitment to a science career. Rather, HIP seeks…
Descriptors: High School Students, Science Interests, Science Careers, Internship Programs