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ERIC Number: EJ386513
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1988
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Differences among Women Intending to Major in Quantitative Fields of Study.
Ethington, Corinna A.
Journal of Educational Research, v81 n6 p354-59 Jul-Aug 1988
A causal model which examines factors influencing women's choices of quantitative majors suggests self-rating regarding math/science ability is a primary variable. SAT-Math scores, family background, and the number of high school science courses are also seen as influential and predictive. In addition these factors affect specific choice of major. (IAH)
Descriptors: Career Choice, Females, High Schools, Higher Education, Majors (Students), Mathematics, Nontraditional Occupations, Science Interests, Sciences, Statistical Analysis
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Causal Models; Scholastic Aptitude Test