Differences in self-concept and value partly, but not fully, explain gender differences in STEM study intentions¶

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q2 i? The mediation processes through self-concept and value account partly, but not fully, for gender differences in STEM study intentions, indicating a need for further research. → Jansen 2020

Evidence¶

Jansen 2020¶

Jansen, M., Becker, M., & Neumann, M. (2020). Dimensional Comparison Effects on (Gendered) Educational Choices. The Journal of Educational Psychology, 113(2), 330-350. https://nbn-resolving.org/urn:nbn:de:0111-pedocs-220459

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The authors' summary of the mediation findings in the Educational Impact and Implications Statement: "differences in self-concept and value" partly, but not fully, explain gender differences in STEM study intentions. The detailed Results section on gender effects lies beyond the supplied text.

"The assumed processes (i.e., differences in self-concept and value) partly, but not fully explain gender differences in STEM study intentions, indicating a need for further research."

Discussion¶

Learner Variables¶

Academic Self-Concept — predictor: learners who differ on it differ in outcomes
Gender — predictor: outcomes differ by group: a gap reflecting circumstances and treatment, not a cause

Domain-specific academic self-concept predicts advanced course choice, whereas value predicts STEM study intentions — related

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`title`	`Differences in self-concept and value partly, but not fully, explain gender differences in STEM study intentions`
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