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September 10, 2025Physics EducationOpen Access

Effectiveness of enrichment program in increasing middle grade girls’ interest to pursue physics studies and STEM careers

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MPMaria ParappillyFlinders UniversitySMStephanie MayesRWRichard WoodmanEdith Cowan University

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Overview

Enrichment program increased interest in STEM subjects and careers for middle-grade girls, suggesting effective engagement strategies.

Key Points

  • Overall career interest in STEM subjects significantly increased after participation in workshops and conferences.
  • A notable 91% of participants from the enrichment program chose to study Physics and other STEM-related subjects in Years 11 and 12.
  • The program was especially helpful for girls from regional South Australia, who typically showed less motivation towards STEM careers.
  • Follow-up data indicate long-term positive effects of the enrichment program on students' subject choices and career pathways.

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Parappilly et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68c1c23d54b1d3bfb60efd0fhttps://doi.org/10.1088/1361-6552/adf0d6
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