| Title: |
Tailoring Our Approach in Response to the SARS-CoV-2 Pandemic and Transcending Science Outreach Modalities for Native American Students in a Cancer Research Education Program |
| Language: |
English |
| Authors: |
Rookwood, Aislinn C.; Bronner, Liliana P.; Abney, Mariah A.; Butler-Robbins, Hannah S.; Pocwierz-Gaines, Misty S.; Larson, Alaina C.; Huckleby, Alexis M.; Solheim, Joyce C.; Godfrey, Maurice; Idoate, Regina E. |
| Source: |
Journal of STEM Outreach. Oct 2021 4(4). |
| Availability: |
Journal of STEM Outreach. PMB 0367, 230 Appleton Place, Nashville, TN 37203. e-mail: jstemoutreach@vanderbilt.edu; Web site: https://www.jstemoutreach.org/ |
| Peer Reviewed: |
Y |
| Page Count: |
11 |
| Publication Date: |
2021 |
| Sponsoring Agency: |
National Cancer Institute (NCI) (DHHS/NIH) |
| Contract Number: |
R25CA221777; T32CA009476; P30CA036727 |
| Document Type: |
Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive |
| Education Level: |
Junior High Schools; Middle Schools; Secondary Education; High Schools; Higher Education; Postsecondary Education |
| Descriptors: |
COVID-19; Pandemics; Distance Education; Electronic Learning; American Indian Education; Middle School Students; High School Students; Undergraduate Students; Science Education; Cancer; Educational Benefits; Student Participation; Tribally Controlled Education; Outreach Programs; Clubs; Enrichment Activities; Summer Programs; Medical Research; Internship Programs; Program Evaluation |
| Geographic Terms: |
Nebraska |
| ISSN: |
2576-6767 |
| Abstract: |
In response to the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic, a cancer research education program at the University of Nebraska Medical Center designed for Native American middle school, high school and undergraduate students adapted activities to be delivered online. There are considerable challenges to adapting in-person science programming to online delivery that can impact overall effectiveness. These challenges are further exacerbated when the cognate student population also faces significant disparities in health, wealth, and educational outcomes. We encountered both disadvantages and advantages in transitioning programming to online virtual formats. Challenges faced in delivering our programming during the pandemic included varied online accessibility, peripheral stressors, and disconnection to places and people. Despite these challenges, we found several benefits in remote delivery, some of which have alleviated barriers to program participation for Native American students. Some successes achieved by transitioning to fully remote programming included increased program reach, sustainability, and cultural relevancy. In this overview of the implementation of four online programs at the middle school, high school, and undergraduate levels, we highlight the challenges and successes experienced. Through this program description, we aim to provide insight into potential strategies to improve program delivery designed for Native American students during the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic and beyond. |
| Abstractor: |
As Provided |
| Entry Date: |
2022 |
| Accession Number: |
EJ1320673 |
| Database: |
ERIC |