A Mixed-Methods Case Study Examining Students' Perceptions of Validating Experiences in STEM

• In Event: STEM Motivation and Empowerment Across Secondary School and College: What Do We Know and Where Do We Go From Here?

Abstract

Existing literature has established that interpersonal and academic validating experiences help provide college students with the necessary personal and scholastic skill sets to thrive in higher education. This intrinsic mixed-methods case study explores the extent to which undergraduate students perceived academic and interpersonal validation within a science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) pipeline program (CMSP) can empower students and influence their attitudes towards their learning environment.

Authors

• Dara N Bright, Drexel University

• Toni A. May (Sondergeld), Drexel University

• Yiyun Fan, Drexel University

• Christopher J Fornaro, Drexel University

• Thomas Heverin, Drexel University