Ep 4 Dr. Heather Haeger - Fostering Inclusivity in STEM: Exploring Pathways to Accessible Education

The Inquiry Oasis: A UArizona College of Education Podcast

Join us in this enlightening episode of The Inquiry Oasis: A Uarizona College of Education Podcast as we delve into the expansive world of STEM education with Dr. Heather Haeger, research director for the STEM Learning Center. Dr. Haeger shares her insights into equity, diversity, and the importance of inclusive environments in STEM fields. From bridging the boundaries between STEM and the humanities to exploring the intricate connections between disciplines, this episode reveals the transformative potential of collaborative research. An essential listen for those passionate about education, diversity, and innovative thinking.

Topics Discussed:

• Equity, diversity, and inclusivity in field research experiences
• The importance of safety and support in research environments
• The significance of diversity and equity in STEM for global community
• Interconnectedness of STEM with arts and humanities
• The concept of haunting in institutional racism and white supremacy
• Students' experiences in field research: both positive and negative
• The economic impact of inclusion and exclusion in STEM fields

Book Discussed”

"Weaving an Otherwise: In-relations Methodological Practice" by Dr. Amanda Tashjian and Z Nicolazzo

Learn more:

https://coe.arizona.edu/

Kapitel

1. Ep. x - The Oasis of Innovation: Bridging Barriers in STEM Education with Dr. Heather Hager (00:00:00)

2. Introduction (00:00:46)

3. Tracing the Roots of Advocacy: Dr. Heather Hager's Journey into Equity and Education (00:01:47)

4. Redefining Research Landscapes: The Quest for Inclusive Creativity at the University of Arizona (00:03:07)

5. Breaking the Hierarchies: Toward a More Democratic and Inclusive Research Culture (00:04:44)

6. Into the Wilderness: Navigating Power, Privilege, and Vulnerability in Field Research Experiences (00:05:20)

7. Beneath the Surface: Early Insights into the Paradoxes of Field Research Experiences (00:08:41)

8. Bridging Boundaries: The Art of Finding Math in Heartbeats and Humanities (00:11:26)

9. Weaving New Understandings: Reconceptualizing Truths and Haunting in Academia (00:12:28)

10. Outro (00:13:17)