Under-representation in Geography: Why We Should and How We Can Do Better

Under-representation in Geography: Why We Should and How We Can Do Better

This article discusses the concern of under-representation in Geography in the United States, and offers a solution - successful recruiting by exposing high school students to academic and contemporary applied geography. A summer program is described which attempts to reach under- represented popula...

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Veröffentlicht in:International research in geographical and environmental education 2002, Vol.11 (3), p.287-291
Hauptverfasser: Foster, Ellen J., Boehm, Richard G.
Format: Artikel
Sprache:eng
Schlagworte:
Access to education
Diversity (Student)
Geography
Geography teaching
Higher education
Participation
Student recruitment
Summer science programs
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Zusammenfassung:This article discusses the concern of under-representation in Geography in the United States, and offers a solution - successful recruiting by exposing high school students to academic and contemporary applied geography. A summer program is described which attempts to reach under- represented population areas.
ISSN:1038-2046
1747-7611
DOI:10.1080/10382040208667494