The university drops in-person labs in intro biology courses after an experiment that boosted inclusivity. But some question whether the technology can faithfully replicate scientific pursuits. Arizona State University had a problem. Many students arrived on campus eager to study science, technology, engineering and mathematics subjects. But by the end of their first year at the university, nearly half switched to non-STEM majors or left the university altogether, according to Annie Hale, executive director of the Action Lab at Arizona State. Though that statistic tracked with the national trend, campus leaders were concerned that these students were no longer on track for high-paying STEM jobs.
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