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There are still not enough women reaching the upper end of the STEM career ladder. Athene Donald urges us to fix the problem, not the women The post Men still need to do more to support women in STEM appeared first on Wonkhe.
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The analysis shows that about 80 percent of colleges provide a “minimum economic return” that makes an undergraduate degree worth the investment. College degrees have historically been known as a primary path to economic mobility, but when the value of a degree is based on the institution awarding it—and on demographics such as race, gender and income level—the financial feasibility and the return on investment isn’t always guaranteed.
Ethical Risks It seems as if virtually everyone is talking about “ChatGPT.” It’s a potential game-changer for the way students research and write papers. It can help with homework, writing skills, and provide feedback. Some claim it is just another learning tool and should be viewed as an additional resource for students. Others believe it is just another way to cheat the system, albeit through AI.
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