Just because some people can do something with little or no training, it doesn't mean that others can't do it (and sometimes do it even better) with training.
Carol S. DweckRead
We say women have made great strides: in biology, in many areas of chemistry, in many places, women are now the majority of medical students. But when I began my career, that wasn't the case. There were very strong stereotypes in biology and medicine.
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What this quote means
The quote reflects on the advancements women have made in science and medicine despite historical stereotypes.
Carol S. Dweck's quote highlights the significant progress women have achieved in fields such as biology and medicine, where they now constitute a majority among medical students. This progress contrasts sharply with the stereotypes that once prevailed, showcasing how gender barriers in education and professional fields are being broken down.
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WomenEducationMedicineStereotypesProgress
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech about women's empowerment in STEM fields.
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