The gender gap in higher STEM studies: A systematic literature review

Verdugo-Castro, Sonia; García‐Holgado, Alicia; Sánchez-Gómez, Ma Cruz

doi:10.1016/j.heliyon.2022.e10300

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“…After this phase, women are very confident in developing a strong position in their family and taking financial responsibility on their shoulders. These results also find support from past studies [ 53 , 80 ]. Women have developed a serious working attitude toward their profession and are happy for supporting their husbands and family [ 77 ].…”

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Exploring the role of microfinance in women’s empowerment and entrepreneurial development: a qualitative study

Khursheed

2022

Futur Bus J

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In developing countries, women’s empowerment is a major concern. Several efforts were made to tackle this issue as the aims of poverty reduction and development cannot be achieved without giving attention to women’s empowerment. Over the past decades, microfinance institutions (MFIs) have appeared as crucial tools not only to address the issue of poverty but also particularly to empower women. Resultantly, a huge number of studies focus on the relationships between MFI and women empowerment. However, in the context of rural areas of Pakistan, the research is limited. Therefore, the objective of this study is to investigate the role of MFI in women’s empowerment in Pakistan so that the research will facilitate MFIs and policymakers in strengthening the link between MFIs and women entrepreneurship. We have used a qualitative methodology, using primary data collected through in-depth interviews and a focus group discussion with six female borrowers of Rural Community Development Programs (RCDP). The empirical results provide valuable insights into the efforts made by RCDP to empower women and combat poverty by encouraging women’s entrepreneurship. Hence, this paper not only examines empowerment, which women are attaining from microfinance but also assists MFIs to know about their significance in developing the economy. The paper is significant for MFI practitioners to develop policies for boosting women’s entrepreneurship and to help their existing women clients with efficient training and supervision.

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Exploring the role of microfinance in women’s empowerment and entrepreneurial development: a qualitative study

Khursheed

2022

Futur Bus J

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“…The disparity in STEM participation between males and females has been observed and reported in the literature, − and our findings are in line with the literature (Table ). Even though chemistry is thought to have the lowest masculinity attribution in comparison to math and physics, , middle school girls are reported to need empowerment.…”

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Science Camp for Middle School Blind and Visually Impaired Students

Ali,

Rashid,

Al-Merri

et al. 2024

J. Chem. Educ.

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A science camp for blind or visually impaired (BVI) students, covering mainly handson chemistry experiments, is described. The scientific experiments are detailed, and the feedback of the students is recorded, highlighting the benefits of the camp and its impact. BVI students actively participated in conducting the scientific experiments using adaptive methods and assistive technology. The camp increased the students' awareness of scientific fields, namely, chemistry, and the students look forward to additional adaptable experiments in future camps.

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“…The reproduction of a vicious circle is doomed in societies with an advanced innovative culture to which men and females should contribute. The development of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) requires qualified professionals in these areas, although, in some areas, the representation of females hardly reaches 30% of the total [8]. The more females are involved in STEM -the more innovation is expected.…”

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Comparative analysis of gender stereotypes in Central Asia and Central Europe

Yerimpasheva

Lipovka

Таракбаева

et al. 2023

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Despite the fight against gender inequality, this problem is still relevant in countries with economies in transition and requires further efforts. Conventional traditional gender stereotypes in the minds of people hinder the gender equality in almost all areas. At the same time, the consequences of gender bias on the economy and society remain insufficiently studied. The purpose of the study is to compare gender stereotypes in relation to the traditional distribution of responsibilities between men and women in the countries of Central Europe (CE) and Central Asia (CA). Two hypotheses were put forward, which were confirmed by the results of a regression-correlation analysis of secondary information on the Life in Transition Survey project, carried out by the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development in cooperation with the World Bank. The study's results will contribute to the pool of research on gender inequality and develop recommendations for adjusting social policies in states with transformational economies. The research methodology includes general scientific methods (positive and normative approaches) and applied methods (quantitative analysis). Based on the responses of three thousand four hundred five (3405) respondents from Central Asia and three thousand four hundred and sixty four (3464) respondents from Central Europe, a regression analysis was performed. The study results showed female respondents from Central Europe have weaker gender stereotypes than participants from Central Asia. The study's results will contribute to the challenge of generating employment growth, reducing vulnerable employment, and improving decent work opportunities in Central Asia.

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The gender gap in higher STEM studies: A systematic literature review

Cited by 60 publications

References 71 publications

Exploring the role of microfinance in women’s empowerment and entrepreneurial development: a qualitative study

Exploring the role of microfinance in women’s empowerment and entrepreneurial development: a qualitative study

Science Camp for Middle School Blind and Visually Impaired Students

Comparative analysis of gender stereotypes in Central Asia and Central Europe

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