Maths for Girls
Have you ever wondered how we might inspire girls to be confident with maths or study the subject beyond GCSE?
In this podcast, the NCETM speaks to Maths4Girls, who provide inspirational speakers and role models to talk to students about why girls can and should study maths.
Show notes
Taking part in the discussion:
Beth Goodliff, Senior Comms Manager at the NCETM
Mina Gerowin, founder of Maths4Girls
Alison Rowan McEwan, executive director at Founders4Schools
Noshin Begum, marketing and comms lead for Maths4Girls
Lou Hoskyns-Staples, Research and Innovation Work Group Lead for ‘Girls and STEM’.
Episode chapters
00:20 – Introductions to the participants
05:43 – The founding and work of Maths4Girls to date
08:50 – Advice for girls about the importance of studying maths
14:02 – What Maths4Girls can provide
15:58 – Maths Hubs Work Groups exploring maths for girls and STEM
23:10 – The impact of role models
24:24 – Advice for teachers of girls to encourage them to be confident mathematicians
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