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Showing 1 to 20 of 152 for “"Engineering and Mathematics"”.
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A Dynamic, Interactive Approach to Learning Engineering and Mathematics
… thesis involve the development of both dynamic and interactive applications aimed at complementing traditional engineering and science coursework, laboratory exercises, research, and providing users with easy access by publishing the applications on Wolframs Demonstration website. A number of …
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Relational Pathways to Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Identity and Belonging
… relational pathways influencing STEM identity and belonging for historically marginalized groups (HMGs) and women in STEM. This dissertation integrates Relational Theory, Self-Construal Theory, and Universal Human to extend conceptualizations and operationalizations of communal goals within …
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The formation of science, technology, engineering and mathematics teacher identities : pre-service teacher’s perceptions
Set within the context of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM), this study explores the personal teaching philosophies of students (pre-service teachers) training to become qualified teachers, with the purpose of better understanding how participant’s perceptions of teaching are …
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Improving the Retention of United States (U.S.) Government Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Employees
… in this same period. This divergence in the demand for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) employees challenges government leaders to retain these highly demanded workers in the public sector.</p> <p>Decades of psychological research across many industries has investigated …
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The online identity development of Indo-Caribbean women in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)
… resulting in their continued discrimination and oppression. To contribute to the knowledge of the strategies that may be harmful in mitigating these harmful effects, this study conducts an assets-based exploration of the identity development of six Indo-Caribbean women in STEM through the …
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An Analysis of Retention Factors In Undergraduate Degree Programs in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
… educators must better prepare a STEM foundation and inspire STEM careers. This study employed a quantitative and qualitative approach to (a) identify key indicators of success for students entering a STEM discipline, (b) determine that living in the residence hall had an impact on success, and …
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An Analysis of Retention Factors In Undergraduate Degree Programs in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
… educators must better prepare a STEM foundation and inspire STEM careers. This study employed a quantitative and qualitative approach to (a) identify key indicators of success for students entering a STEM discipline, (b) determine that living in the residence hall had an impact on success, and …
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An Exploratory Study of Goal Commitment Among Graduate Students in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Fields
… students at the beginning of an academic year and identify change in commitment at the end of an academic year. The other was to identify factors and types of experiences and their impact on commitment in this context. Data came from a sample of 59 graduate students in three universities. Each …
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Why women are underrepresented in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields in the United States
… underrepresentation in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields in the United States has recently gained significant interest and accordingly, a great increase in the body of literature on this topic. A review of the literature reveals that the issue is a complex …
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Decoding STEM: The Impact of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Outreach Programming on English Language Learners
Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) are often considered to be gatekeeping school subjects. The language used in STEM education and traditional pedagogies which place emphasis on textbook learning can be challenging for students, especially those who are learning English at the …
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How do you define ‘success?’ Selecting criteria in evaluations of informal science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education
Evaluation assesses program merit and worth to deepen understanding and inform decision-making. The assessment is accomplished through the valuing process: the activities of defining success, specifying evaluative criteria, and applying those criteria to reach conclusions. This dissertation …
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An investigation of optimal job characteristics for recruiting and retaining Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) professionals
… in autonomy, performance feedback, skill and task variety, identity, and significance. A questionnaire is designed to discover what the most effective talent management strategies are to attract, develop and retain top tier talents in STEM fields. In this thesis, the targeted demographics …
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Social Engagement Gaps Between Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) F-1 Visa International Students and American Students in US Universities
… experiences with their American peers, and how the absence of such engagement practices frames the international students’ sense of mattering and marginality and overall college experience. The study focused only on F-1 visa international students’ perceptions and utilized the …
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Girls and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) in Catholic Schools: A Mixed Methods Exploration of Interest, Confidence, and Perceptions of STEM
… push in emphasizing STEM—an acronym standing for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math—as an integral aspect of educational curriculums. Even though research suggests that females tend to outperform males in standardized testing in STEM areas, they remain underrepresented in STEM …
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The Effects Of A Project-based Mathematics Curriculum On Middle School Students' Intended Career Paths Related To Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
… is an examination of whether a project-based mathematics curriculum would influence students' intended career paths related to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) endeavors; perceived usefulness of mathematics; and perceived competence in doing mathematics. A review of the …
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Perceptions of Male Versus Female Students Enrolled in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Courses Regarding Peer Tutoring, a Component for Student Retention
… departments in the areas of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, strive to develop in students the ability to problem solve, analyze, and to critically think about solutions to problems. Academic departments are committed to success, yet retention rates are lower than would be …
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Catholic Schools and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics): An Exploration of Stakeholders' Interest and Perceptions of STEM Programs in Elementary Schools
… in Catholic elementary schools to understand their perspectives on developing and implementing a STEM program. The experiences of a pastor, three principals, two STEM coordinators, six teachers, and four community stakeholders were analyzed. Eight themes emerged: (a) shared leadership, (b) …
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The Influence of Community Cultural Wealth and Tauhi Va on the Navigation of Pacific Islanders in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)
… the influence of community cultural wealth and tauhi va on the navigation of Pacific Islanders (PIs) in STEM. The disaggregation of data on Asian American and Pacific Islanders (AAPIs) attaining STEM bachelor's degrees revealed that PIs (16%) are represented half as much as Asian Americans …
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How women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) professions describe the benefits of belonging to a professional network : a multiple case study.
… women in STEM professions describe the benefits and support of belonging to a professional network. Existing literature suggests that women in STEM can benefit from participation in professional networks but does not explicitly name the effective characteristics. Five women in STEM fields …
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