Addressing the Issues of Meritocracy

Addressing the systemic issue of meritocracy, where students feel unprepared, they have much more potential than they think.

1. Identify Root Causes …

Myth of Meritocracy Part 1

Meritocracy is a myth, and a lot of it is given by luck.

This is basically “rigged.”

Luck

A bubble chart here is an example of …

Example of Meritocracy as a Myth

Black and Latin students face oppression, racial and gendered, in STEM higher education (including mathematics).

Introductory mathematics courses …

Perspectives and Education

Meritocracy is a myth, but be aware that education should not be given up on.

Meritocracy is accepted as the ideal, where individuals are rewarded …