STEM lives
The experiences of sexual and gender minority teachers in the United States
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 22233035 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Jack D Simons (0000-0002-4335-586X, Mercy University, corresponding author), Irena Smetáčková (0000-0002-2819-6944, Charles University), Yana A Kuchirko (0000-0001-8138-7224, Brooklyn College), Patricio Mujica-Urzúa (Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey), Keith Okrosy (Hunter College), Christopher Belser (University of New Orleans), Ondřej Hrabec (0000-0002-3711-6782, Charles University) |
| Year | 2025 |
| Volume | 12 |
| Issue | 1 |
| Publication date | 2025-05-22 |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Humanities and Social Sciences Communications (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 2662-9992 • E-ISSN: 2662-9992 |
| Publisher | Springer Science and Business Media LLC (PUBLISHER) |
| DOI | 10.1057/s41599-025-04749-4 |
| OpenAlex | W4410601162 |
| Language | EN |
| References cited | 54 |
Data on the experiences of sexual and gender minority (SGM) STEM teachers are sparse. We conducted a phenomenological qualitative research study and interviewed ten STEM teachers working in primary and secondary schools in the United States. They were interviewed about their interest in STEM, as well as about advocating for themselves and others in STEM. Findings offer insights into how sexual orientation and gender identity impact the lives of these individuals and their pedagogy. SGM STEM teachers (1) advocate for self and others in STEM, which may or may not include disclosure of SGM identity; (2) face challenges; and (3) view inclusive STEM education in different ways. Implications for future research and inclusive STEM pedagogy are offered
Political science · Sexual minority · Sexual orientation · Sociology · Gender Roles and Identity Studies · Gender Studies · Gender, Feminism, and Media · LGBTQ Health, Identity, and Policy · Psychology
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| Highly cited | No |
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