Retention of young women in high school science, technology, engineering, and mathematics career and technical education programs
Abstract
The purpose of this study was to understand the reasons young women choose to stay or leave a STEM Career and Technical Education (CTE) program of study. Eight young women who were first-time students in STEM CTE participated in the qualitative study. Analysis of participant observations, artifacts, and interviews yielded the salient themes of: role models, perception of ability and perseverance, relationships, and roadblocks.
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Ph. D.
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