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In the real world, computer scientists vary in race, background and gender. But in popular children’s media – books, TV shows, much of social media – they tend to seem alike. What if you don’t look like that image? New research looks the influence of stereotyping on whether very young students will nurture or mute their curiosity around computer coding.

Experts weigh in on this decision and how these decisions get made in today’s landscape.

A recent study led by a team of international researchers found that the perception that boys are more interested than girls in computer science and engineering starts as young as age six.

A recent study led by a team of international researchers found that the perception that boys are more interested than girls in computer science and engineering

A recent study led by a team of international researchers found that the perception that boys are more interested than girls in computer science and engineering

A new study shows that girls express less interest in fields that are stereotypically marketed toward boys.

Annie Spratt / Unsplash Photo) New research from the University of Washington and the University of Houston found that gender stereotypes around computer…

Get latest articles and stories on Lifestyle at LatestLY. The findings of a recent study shows that children as young as age six develop ideas that girls are less interested than boys in computer science and engineering. Lifestyle News | Kids, Teens Think Girls Arent Interested in Computer Science: Study.

Children as young as age 6 develop ideas that girls are less interested than boys in computer science and engineering — stereotypes that can extend into the late teens and contribute to a gender gap in STEM college courses and related careers.New res

Kids as young as 6 develop ideas that girls aren't interested in computer science and engineering. The stereotypes could add to the gap in STEM careers.