Work in progress: Grand challenges for Engineering in the middle school classroom: Preliminary results

This paper presents preliminary results of implementing the Grand Challenges for Engineering (GCE) modules in math and science courses in 6 Wisconsin middle schools. Sponsored by the National Science Foundation (NSF), this project was designed to increase students´ understanding of engineering careers and their appreciation for the societal impact that engineering can have. Preliminary results suggest gender differences in whether math and science are seen as male domains and in the types of work values endorsed.