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Zeldin, Amy L.; Britner, Shari L.; Pajares, Frank – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 2008
The purpose of this study was to explore the personal stories of men who selected careers in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) to better understand the ways in which their self-efficacy beliefs were created and subsequently influenced their academic and career choices. Analysis of 10 narratives revealed that mastery…
Descriptors: Females, Males, Gender Differences, Self Efficacy
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Zeldin, Amy L.; Pajares, Frank – American Educational Research Journal, 2000
Examined the personal narratives of 25 women excelling in mathematics, science, and technology careers to understand the importance of their self-efficacy beliefs. Findings suggest that the perceived importance of self-efficacy beliefs may be stronger for women in male-oriented domains than for those operating in traditional settings. (SLD)
Descriptors: Attitudes, Beliefs, Career Choice, Females