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

S Verdugo-Castro, A García-Holgado… - Heliyon, 2022 - cell.com
The development of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) requires
more qualified professionals in these fields. However, gender segregation in higher …

Diversity and inclusion in engineering education: Looking through the gender question

A Peixoto, CSG González, R Strachan… - 2018 IEEE Global …, 2018 - ieeexplore.ieee.org
The STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) field in general, and
Engineering, suffer from a lack of diversity. Yet there is growing evidence that more diverse …

Who wants to be a scientist in South Korea: Assessing role model influences on Korean students' perceptions of science and scientists

L Kenneth Jones, RL Hite - International Journal of Science …, 2020 - Taylor & Francis
Students from Eastern countries score well on international assessments in science yet lack
interest in pursuing science careers. Several factors play into students' perceptions of …

Using action research to design and evaluate sustained and inclusive engagement to improve children's knowledge and perception of STEM careers

I Emembolu, A Padwick, J Shimwell… - … Journal of Science …, 2020 - Taylor & Francis
Previous research suggests that early experience of and exposure to the world of work is an
important predictor of a child's future involvement in a STEM career. Many interventions …

Factors associated with the gender gap in the STEM sector: Comparison of theoretical and empirical concept maps and qualitative SWOT analysis

S Verdugo-Castro, MC Sánchez-Gómez… - Heliyon, 2023 - cell.com
Abstract Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) degrees represent a
future employment scenario with low unemployment rates due to the high demand for …

Designing for all: Exploring gender diversity and engagement with digital educational games by young people

O Dele-Ajayi, R Strachan, A Pickard… - 2018 IEEE Frontiers …, 2018 - ieeexplore.ieee.org
Digital educational games development is an emerging area receiving attention from
educators and researchers. Several studies have looked at their educational value, and …

Tackling gender stereotypes in STEM educational resources

O Dele-Ajayi, J Bradnum, T Prickett… - 2020 IEEE Frontiers …, 2020 - ieeexplore.ieee.org
This research-to-practice full paper examines stereotypes in government recommended
textbooks in science, technology and mathematics textbooks in Nigeria. Globally, more men …

La brecha de género en los estudios universitarios del sector STEM en el espacio español de educación

S Verdugo-Castro - 2022 - gredos.usal.es
[ES] Se han producido avances, progresos y logros en la lucha por alcanzar la igualdad de
derechos y de oportunidades entre hombres y mujeres en los diferentes escenarios de la …

Exploring digital careers, stereotypes and diversity with young people through game design and implementation

O Dele-Ajayi, J Shimwell, I Emembolu… - 2018 IEEE Global …, 2018 - ieeexplore.ieee.org
A key issue for the digital sector is how to attract more young people, particularly those from
under-represented groups, to study computer science and digital technologies at higher …

Diamond: The Game–a board game for secondary school students promoting scientific careers and experiences

C Murray, M Dunstan, C Heron, L Holland… - Research for …, 2022 - discovery.ucl.ac.uk
Diamond: The Game is a board game designed for secondary school students (aged 11–18)
to enable them to explore a broad variety of science, technology, engineering and …