2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access Proceedings
DOI: 10.18260/1-2--34614
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Examining STEM Diagnostic Exam Scores and Self-efficacy as Predictors of Three-year STEM Psychological and Career Outcomes

Abstract: In this research-based paper, we explore the relationships among Rice University STEM students' high school preparation, psychological characteristics, and career aspirations. Although greater high school preparation in STEM coursework predicts higher STEM retention and performance in college [1], objective academic preparation and college performance do not fully explain STEM retention decisions, and the students who leave STEM are often not the lowestperforming students [2]. Certain psychosocial experiences … Show more

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“…Over several prior studies ( [3,4]), we used qualitative and quantitative research methods to understand college students' early academic and life experiences, both generally and with STEM specifically. These early experiences are captured with biographical data, or biodata, which comprises measures of a person's background and/or prior experiences [19].…”
Section: Prior Development Of Themes Of Students' Early Stem Experiencesmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Over several prior studies ( [3,4]), we used qualitative and quantitative research methods to understand college students' early academic and life experiences, both generally and with STEM specifically. These early experiences are captured with biographical data, or biodata, which comprises measures of a person's background and/or prior experiences [19].…”
Section: Prior Development Of Themes Of Students' Early Stem Experiencesmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Math ability [18], [19] Academic self-description [20] College persistence [21], [33] STEM intrinsic value [22] STEM interest [18], [30] Academic competence [24] Perceived competence [25], [30] Perceived STEM performance [18] Belief in performance [25] Professional identity (vocational identity) [21] STEM identity [30] Sense of belonging [23], [26] Resiliency [23] Future goals/intentions [23] Academic ability [18], [19], [31], [32] Intellectual self-confidence [19], [27], [32] Drive to achieve [19], [32] Self-acceptance [27] Self-esteem [27] Academic involvement [28], [32] Expectancy for success [29] Attainment value [30] Utility value [30] Recognition [30] Motivation [26]…”
Section: Self-concept Self-efficacymentioning
confidence: 99%