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Perceptions of the Self, Social Identities, and STEM Fields: Influences on STEM Motivation and Participation
Fri, May 5, 2:30 to 4:00pm CDT (2:30 to 4:00pm CDT), Division C Virtual Sessions, Division C - Section 1a: Literacy Virtual Session RoomSession Type: Virtual Symposium
Abstract
The presentations in this session use multiple theoretical perspectives and methodological approaches to investigate motivation in several STEM fields. We present data from diverse participants from a variety of ages. The talks will examine cognitions and the intersection of different social categories (ethnicity, race, gender) and how they affect students’ perceptions of ability and motivation to participate in STEM-related activities. These projects speak to efforts to understand and combat ethnic, racial, and gender underrepresentation in STEM participation and reduce current inequities by looking at both cognitive factors such as particular identities, growth versus fixed mindsets, as well as contextual factors such as teachers’ beliefs and the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Gender and Pandemic Effects on Middle Schoolers' Attitudes Toward Science and Scientists - Vanessa Diaz, Virginia Tech; Kelly Runyon; Carrie Kroehler
Fostering Interest in Computing With a Social Robotics Camp for Middle School–Aged Girls - Rabia Ibtasar, University of Illinois at Chicago; Joseph E Michaelis, University of Illinois at Chicago
Racial/Ethnic Stereotypes Predict Math Motivation in Hispanic Middle School Students - Minh-Hao Tran, Houston Independent School District; Allison Master, University of Houston; Taylor Alexander, University of Houston; Weiwei Wu; Jennifer L. Thompson, University of Houston; Norma Olvera
Profiles of Math and Science Motivation Among Marginalized Students and Relation to STEM Outcomes - Rebecca Adler, Vanderbilt University; Bethany Rittle-Johnson, Vanderbilt University; Marian Hickendorff; Kelley Durkin, Vanderbilt University
Interrelations Between Mindset Beliefs, Stereotype Threat, Motivation, and Achievement at the Intersection of Gender/Race - Claudia C. Sutter, CourseKata and University of California - Los Angeles; Christopher Leland Williams, University of Virginia; Chris S. Hulleman, University of Virginia