STEM Identity, AI Powered Learning, and Career Readiness with SmartLab
In this essential episode on the future of STEM Education, we dive into the power of Project-Based Learning In this episode of Educate US, hosts Stacy Schulz and Patrice Fenton sit down with Dr. Jennifer Berry, CEO of SmartLab, to trace her path from professional dancer to STEM education leader—and unpack how building a student’s STEM identity (I belong. I can master hard things. My ideas make an impact.) can transform classrooms and careers.
Hear practical ways to engage girls through problem-solving (not just “building”), why community partnerships make programs sustainable, and how human-centered leadership can help more women stay—and thrive—in STEM. You’ll also hear Dr. Berry’s candid reflections as a parent and the hope she sees in young people who challenge broken systems.