State affirmative action bans and STEM degree completions
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DOI: 10.1016/j.econedurev.2017.01.003
Abstract: This paper investigates the effect of statewide affirmative action bans on minority STEM degree completions at US public four-year colleges. The number of minority students completing STEM degrees at highly selective colleges falls by 19%… read more here.
Keywords: minority; degree completions; action bans; stem degree ... See more keywords
The Matching of STEM Degree Holders with STEM Occupations in Large Metropolitan Labor Markets in the United States
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DOI: 10.1080/00130095.2016.1220803
Abstract: abstract Workers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) are vital for regional and national prosperity. Not every person with STEM qualifications, however, finds employment in a STEM job. This article analyzes the geography of… read more here.
Keywords: labor markets; labor; geography; matching stem ... See more keywords
Literacy, numeracy, and problem-solving skills of adults with disabilities in STEM fields
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DOI: 10.1177/14782103231177107
Abstract: To aid in the development of a globally competitive workforce, federal policymakers have expressed the priority of preparing students and adults with disabilities to succeed in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields. Yet, no… read more here.
Keywords: literacy numeracy; numeracy problem; problem solving; solving skills ... See more keywords