Individuals involved in technology exposure and exploration programs are more likely to pursue or enroll in technology-related education and training¶

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Subclaims¶

q2 i? Participation in technology exposure and exploration programs, services, and resources increases the likelihood of pursuing or enrolling in technology-related educational and training opportunities. → exposure-key-idea

Evidence¶

exposure-key-idea¶

Carter, B., Shah, Z., Tinsley, B., LeGrand-Dunn, J., Luke Luna, C. (2023, August). Understanding the supports and skills that enable successful pathways for Black learners and workers into non-four-year degree technology careers: A landscape scan. Digital Promise. https://doi.org/10.51388/20.500.12265/189

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The scan's key idea following its compilation of exposure and exploration resources (Table 3) states participants in such programs are "more likely to pursue and/or enroll" in technology-related education and training. The report does not print an effect size or underlying study design.

"Individuals involved in technology exposure and exploration programs, services, and resources such as these are more likely to pursue and/or enroll in educational and training opportunities related to technology careers"

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