摘要
In this paper, we explore how secondary school students' participation in structured, math- and science-focused programs outside of school is associated with the aspiration to, and actual enrollment in, a STEM major in college. Moreover, we examine how varying sociodemographic backgrounds are related to their participation in these programs. Using expectancy-value theory and social cognitive career theory as our conceptual frameworks, we conduct a path analysis based on a nationally representative panel dataset. Results indicate that students who participate in structured science-focused out-of-school programs in eighth grade are more likely to express an aspiration to and choosing a STEM major in college. The intersection of sociodemographic backgrounds further highlights the intricate differences in math-focused programs participation outside of school between Latinx and White adolescents of varying socioeconomic status.
原文 | 英語 |
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頁(從 - 到) | 1250-1280 |
頁數 | 31 |
期刊 | Journal of Research in Science Teaching |
卷 | 57 |
發行號 | 8 |
DOIs | |
出版狀態 | 已發佈 - 2020 10月 1 |
對外發佈 | 是 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- 教育