Vocab
The difference in opportunities, attitudes, and pay between men and women
Gender Gap
Name one reason stated in the text that explains why women are underrepresented in STEM majors
Fewer women are interested
Discouraged by parents and teachers
Society in general discourages women from pursuing STEM.
What is the most popular major in the United States?
Business
Disciplines
This STEM Major is the most popular among women.
Biology
Literature, Philosophy, History, and Underwater Basket Weaving are considered what type of major?
Humanities
To change or develop gradually
Evolve
86% of engineering students are what?
Male
What suggestion is given for people who plan to attend graduate school for engineering?
Take engineering classes in college/undergrad
To begin or introduce a new plan
Launch
Which major has a 50-50 gender split?
Business
What is electrical engineering ranked as a popular major?
31st
Directed toward or focused on
Oriented
Less than 10% of women are employed in this field of engineering
Mechanical Engineering
What does STEM stand for?
Science Technology Engineering Mathmatics