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Experiential and contextual factors that shape engineering interest and educational decision-making processes among female students

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Swan, Amy K.
NASPA Journal About Women in Higher Education
Journal · Vol. 8 · Issue 1 · pp. 82-100
Abstract

This qualitative study explores the formation of educational and vocational goals among female first-year engineering students at two community colleges and one four-year institution, as well as contextual influences on this process. Participants' pathways to college are also explored, as well as their pathways into engineering. The findings suggest a need for expanded access to experiential learning opportunities and ongoing attention to the role of community colleges in engineering education. © © 2015 NASPA.

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Higher Education Program, George Mason University, Fairfax, VA, United States
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