Using Latent Profile Analysis to Unpack the Relationship Between Science Identity and STEM Career Intention Among High School Students
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DOI: 10.1002/sce.70024
Abstract: Science identity has been proposed to closely relate to STEM career intentions. Yet, the relationship between these two constructs is still ambiguous due to inconsistent empirical findings. Exploring the heterogeneity of science identity among the… read more here.
Keywords: high school; science; science identity; stem career ... See more keywords
Cultivation of science identity through authentic science in an urban high school classroom
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DOI: 10.1007/s11422-015-9723-3
Abstract: AbstractThis study examined how a contextually based authentic science experience affected the science identities of urban high school students who have been marginalized during their K-12 science education. We examined students’ perceptions of the intervention… read more here.
Keywords: science; science identity; urban high; authentic science ... See more keywords
Scientific workshop program to improve science identity, science capital and educational aspirations of children at risk of social exclusion
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DOI: 10.1016/j.childyouth.2021.106189
Abstract: Abstract The access to science education shows large disparities across populations from different socio-economic statuses, ethnicities and genders, limiting science aspirations, science capital accumulation and the development of a proper science identity of children belonging… read more here.
Keywords: risk social; science; science identity; science capital ... See more keywords
What a Scientist Looks Like: How Community Colleges Can Utilize and Enhance Science Identity Development as a Means to Improve Success for Women of Color
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DOI: 10.1080/10668926.2016.1251354
Abstract: ABSTRACT This article explores the application of science identity development theory for women of color interested in the science disciplines; and it advocates for taking an intersectional approach to understanding how women of color form… read more here.
Keywords: science; community; science identity; women color ... See more keywords
Integrative Supports, Resources, and Opportunities—Exploring and Expanding Urban High School Students’ Science Identity: A Longitudinal Qualitative Study
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DOI: 10.1177/00169862221119209
Abstract: Using a case study approach, we explored the science and math classroom experiences of urban high school students. Our purposeful sample included 11 high-achieving students (mostly minoritized students) who graduated from the same school and… read more here.
Keywords: science; high school; science identity; school ... See more keywords
Evidence for Professional Conceptualization in Science as an Important Component of Science Identity
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DOI: 10.1187/cbe.20-12-0280
Abstract: Experience in research facilitates development of science identity and encourages undergraduate student persistence along the pathway to careers in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). Participation in authentic research can foster identity development by influencing… read more here.
Keywords: science; science identity; identity; professional conceptualization ... See more keywords
Persisting Toward a Career in Biomedical Research: A Black, Male Scientists’ Becoming-Scientist-With Multiple Spatial Configurations
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DOI: 10.1187/cbe.24-01-0025
Abstract: This study explores the process of becoming-scientist-with, a dynamic and relational concept that redefines science identity development as a nonlinear, evolving journey. Focused on a Black male student, Travis, the study examines how his science… read more here.
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Exploring Science Identity and Latent Factors of Student Gains in a Place-based Marine Science CURE Designed to Provide Access to Hawaiʻi Students from Historically Marginalized Ethnicities
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DOI: 10.1187/cbe.24-02-0038
Abstract: Hawaiʻi students, and in particular Native Hawaiian students, face high rates of attrition and low representation in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) academic majors and careers, but place-based Course-based Undergraduate Research Experiences (CUREs) such… read more here.
Keywords: science; factors student; science identity; place based ... See more keywords
The role of scientific communication in predicting science identity and research career intention
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0228197
Abstract: The number of biomedical sciences PhDs persisting in academic faculty careers has been declining. As one potential influence on trainees’ intention to persist, we investigate the development of scientific communication (SC) skills, hypothesizing that attitudes… read more here.
Keywords: career intention; career; science identity;
THE PREDICTION OF SCIENCE ACHIEVEMENT WITH SCIENCE IDENTITY AND SCIENCE LEARNING SELF-EFFICACY AMONG CHINA’S UPPER-SECONDARY STUDENTS
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DOI: 10.33225/jbse/24.23.390
Abstract: Science identity, encompassing perceptions of competence, interest, and recognition in science, alongside learning self-efficacy reflecting confidence to master science skills, are key drivers of outcomes. However, developmental patterns likely vary across contexts. Participants were 512… read more here.
Keywords: learning self; self efficacy; science; science identity ... See more keywords
Science Identity in Undergraduates: A Comparison of First-Year Biology Majors, Senior Biology Majors, and Non-STEM Majors
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DOI: 10.3390/educsci14060624
Abstract: We argue it is important for everyone to possess basic scientific literacy for multiple reasons. Viewing oneself as a science person or not can impact one’s confidence and willingness to engage with science content thereby… read more here.
Keywords: science; non stem; science identity; biology ... See more keywords