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UT multimedia program increases middle school interest in science
Date:7/2/2009

ity students, identified in the study as being underrepresented in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) courses and more likely to change their major or drop out of school. In 2004, according to the National Center for Education Statistics, 18.3 percent of STEM degrees were awarded to Blacks, 15.9 percent were awarded to Hispanics and 17.3 percent were awarded to American Indians/Alaska Natives. Asian/Pacific Islanders were awarded 30.5 percent of STEM degrees.

Through multimedia modules, HEADS UP teaches lessons on health topics such as genetics, the nervous system, nutrition, diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Students are also exposed to video interviews of science professionals discussing various science- and health-related career opportunities. The modules are aligned with Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills and National Science Education Standards. Modules are produced through a collaboration of The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHSC-H) and numerous partners. HEADS UP was recently awarded an Award of Merit from the Accolade Competition for the educational video, "The Immune System and Infectious Diseases."


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Contact: Jade Waddy
jade.waddy@uth.tmc.edu
713-500-3307
University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
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