Commentary: The Importance of Cultivating Empathy in STEM | NSTA

Commentary: The Importance of Cultivating Empathy in STEM

Science Scope—April/May 2017

An opinion piece about how seeking to understand another’s perspective, or what many call engaging in empathy work, can help middle school students better understand how STEM-related issues can affect people and society.

STEM Teaching Strategies New Science Teachers Preservice Science Education High School Middle School

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