Supporting young people as they begin to engage with and understand a subject is one of the most rewarding parts of being a teacher. The way students form their own identity as learners, it is argued, can have a profound impact on attainment and future prospects. But when it comes to science, with a curriculum full of abstract topics and historically lacking in diverse representation, how can teachers ensure that all students form a real connection to the subject? In this edition of the Tes podcast, senior editor Simon Lock meets two educators who are boosting engagement in science through developing a sense of learner identity. Genevieve Bent. Genevieve is Assistant Principal and former Head of Science who has a particularly interest in Diversity and Equity within STEM subjects. She is founder of Young Gifted and STEM, an initiative designed to improve the experiences and engagement of Black and Ethnic Minority young people with STEM subjects. Martin Saunders is Key Stage 3 Lead fo...