A tool to engage Black middle school students and their families in STEM education
STEM As I Am: A culturally relevant media-enhanced tool for engaging Black middle school students and their families in STEM
['FUNDING_SBIR_1'] · OREGON RES BEHAVIORAL INTERVENTION STRAT · NIH-11067643
This study is testing a new tool called STEM-AIM that helps Black middle school students and their families get excited about learning science, technology, engineering, and math by making it more relatable and fun, while also helping them understand important academic words they need for success.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_SBIR_1'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | OREGON RES BEHAVIORAL INTERVENTION STRAT (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (Springfield, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11067643 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This project develops a culturally relevant media-enhanced tool called STEM-AIM, aimed at engaging Black middle school students and their families in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) learning. The tool addresses systemic barriers that limit Black students' participation in STEM courses by providing innovative resources that promote family engagement, mentorship, and a sense of belonging. It focuses on enhancing students' understanding of abstract academic vocabulary, which is crucial for success in STEM fields and high-stakes achievement tests. The approach is evidence-based and designed to be cost-effective for schools.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Black middle school students and their families who are interested in STEM education.
Not a fit: Students who are not interested in STEM subjects or who do not belong to the Black community may not receive benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve Black middle school students' engagement and success in STEM education, leading to better academic and career outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Similar initiatives have shown promise in improving engagement and success rates among underrepresented groups in STEM, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
Springfield, UNITED STATES
- OREGON RES BEHAVIORAL INTERVENTION STRAT — Springfield, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: SMITH, DAVID RANDOLPH — OREGON RES BEHAVIORAL INTERVENTION STRAT
- Study coordinator: SMITH, DAVID RANDOLPH
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.