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Females In Stem: Self-Efficacy Within Women Who Pursue Stem Majors, Lori Grata
Females In Stem: Self-Efficacy Within Women Who Pursue Stem Majors, Lori Grata
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While many efforts have been made within the United States, women are still underrepresented within STEM. Research within this document shows that women and men score similarly on STEM-related standardized tests. The question remains, why are there still large quantities of men outnumbering women in college majors and career fields of STEM? Looking at female STEM self-efficacy and gender role in culture could provide insight to the problem at hand. A survey was given to investigate self-efficacy and students’ STEM backgrounds of undergraduate female students who are currently in a 4-year STEM-related major within one university.
Evaluating Perceptions Of Student Voice And School Membership Of 9th Grade Students And Teachers, Dan Beck
Evaluating Perceptions Of Student Voice And School Membership Of 9th Grade Students And Teachers, Dan Beck
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Adolescence marks a developmental period of rapid cognitive, emotional, and physical growth where teenagers are tasked with establishing an identity and strong sense of self. Students and parents often report that transition to ninth grade is a formidable social challenge amidst increased academic demands and stress, and some research suggests that females have a more difficult time in the transition to high school than males. Student voice is a range of student opportunities to interact, collaborate, and partner with adults in an exploration of ideas and perspectives. However, student voice opportunities are often only available to a select group of …