Session Summary

Informal STEM Learning: Exploration, Interest, and Performance

Fri, May 5, 4:15 to 5:45pm CDT (4:15 to 5:45pm CDT), SIG Virtual Rooms, Informal Learning Environment Research SIG Virtual Paper Room

Session Type: Virtual Paper Session

Abstract

This virtual paper session presents three studies related to informal STEM learning. With different methodological approaches, all three studies demonstrate the role of informal learning environments (either family time, out-of-school experience, or game-based workshop) in supporting interest, performance, and career choices in STEM.

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