Identifying Taiwanese Teachers’ Perceived Self-efficacy for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Knowledge

2018 ◽  
Vol 28 (1) ◽  
pp. 15-23 ◽  
Author(s):  
Min-Hsien Lee ◽  
Chung-Yuan Hsu ◽  
Chun-Yen Chang
Keyword(s):  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Science Technology ◽  
And Mathematics

scholarly journals Bioinformatics Education in High School: Implications for Promoting Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Careers

2013 ◽  
Vol 12 (3) ◽  
pp. 441-459 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dina N. Kovarik ◽  
Davis G. Patterson ◽  
Carolyn Cohen ◽  
Elizabeth A. Sanders ◽  
Karen A. Peterson ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Genetic Research ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
Student Interest ◽  
Stem Careers ◽  
Career Information ◽  
Science Technology ◽  
Teachers And Students ◽  
And Mathematics

We investigated the effects of our Bio-ITEST teacher professional development model and bioinformatics curricula on cognitive traits (awareness, engagement, self-efficacy, and relevance) in high school teachers and students that are known to accompany a developing interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) careers. The program included best practices in adult education and diverse resources to empower teachers to integrate STEM career information into their classrooms. The introductory unit, Using Bioinformatics: Genetic Testing, uses bioinformatics to teach basic concepts in genetics and molecular biology, and the advanced unit, Using Bioinformatics: Genetic Research, utilizes bioinformatics to study evolution and support student research with DNA barcoding. Pre–post surveys demonstrated significant growth (n = 24) among teachers in their preparation to teach the curricula and infuse career awareness into their classes, and these gains were sustained through the end of the academic year. Introductory unit students (n = 289) showed significant gains in awareness, relevance, and self-efficacy. While these students did not show significant gains in engagement, advanced unit students (n = 41) showed gains in all four cognitive areas. Lessons learned during Bio-ITEST are explored in the context of recommendations for other programs that wish to increase student interest in STEM careers.

scholarly journals Sources of self-efficacy and outcome expectations in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics domains: A meta-analysis

2018 ◽  
Vol 109 ◽  
pp. 118-136 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hung-Bin Sheu ◽  
Robert W. Lent ◽  
Matthew J. Miller ◽  
Lee T. Penn ◽  
Megan E. Cusick ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Outcome Expectations ◽  
Science Technology ◽  
And Mathematics

scholarly journals Attitudes toward Computer, Computer Anxiety and Gender as determinants of Pre-service Science, Technology and Mathematics Teachers’ Computer Self-efficacy

2019 ◽  
pp. 51-67 ◽  
Author(s):  
Adeneye Olarewaju Awofala ◽  
Oladiran Stephen Olabiyi ◽  
Awoyemi Abayomi Awofala ◽  
Abayomi A Arigbabu ◽  
Alfred O Fatade ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Perceived Control ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Computer Anxiety ◽  
Survey Design ◽  
Perceived Usefulness ◽  
Service Science ◽  
Design Data ◽  
Science Technology ◽  
And Mathematics ◽  
Computer Self Efficacy

The study investigated attitudes towards computer and computer anxiety as determinants of computer self-efficacy among 2100 pre-service science, technology and mathematics (STM) teachers from the University of Lagos of Nigeria using the quantitative research method within the blueprint of the descriptive survey design. Data collected were analysed using the descriptive statistics of percentages, mean, and standard deviation and inferential statistics of independent samples t-test, Pearson product moment correlation coefficient and multiple regression analysis. Finding revealed significant correlations between computer attitudes, computer anxiety and computer self-efficacy. Gender differences in attitude toward computer, computer self-efficacy and computer anxiety among pre-service STM teachers were significant. Affective component, perceived control component, and perceived usefulness component, behavioural intention component, gender, and computer anxiety made statistically significant contributions to the variance in pre-service STM teachers’ computer self-efficacy. The study recommended among others that academic institutions should pay more attention to this computer anxiety and adopt proper ways of reducing the computer anxiety, so that positive e-learning experiences can be created for pre-service STM teachers.

scholarly journals Modeling Sources of Teaching Self-Efficacy for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Graduate Teaching Assistants

2015 ◽  
Vol 14 (3) ◽  
pp. ar32 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sue Ellen DeChenne ◽  
Natalie Koziol ◽  
Mark Needham ◽  
Larry Enochs
Keyword(s):  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Teaching Assistants ◽  
Teaching Experience ◽  
Graduate Teaching Assistants ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Graduate Teaching ◽  
Science Technology ◽  
And Mathematics ◽  
K 12

Graduate teaching assistants (GTAs) in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) have a large impact on undergraduate instruction but are often poorly prepared to teach. Teaching self-efficacy, an instructor’s belief in his or her ability to teach specific student populations a specific subject, is an important predictor of teaching skill and student achievement. A model of sources of teaching self-efficacy is developed from the GTA literature. This model indicates that teaching experience, departmental teaching climate (including peer and supervisor relationships), and GTA professional development (PD) can act as sources of teaching self-efficacy. The model is pilot tested with 128 GTAs from nine different STEM departments at a midsized research university. Structural equation modeling reveals that K–12 teaching experience, hours and perceived quality of GTA PD, and perception of the departmental facilitating environment are significant factors that explain 32% of the variance in the teaching self-efficacy of STEM GTAs. This model highlights the important contributions of the departmental environment and GTA PD in the development of teaching self-efficacy for STEM GTAs.

scholarly journals Pengembangan Lembar Kerja Peserta Didik (LKPD) Dengan Menggunakan Model Pembelajaran Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Untuk Meningkatkan Efikasi Diri Pada Siswa Kelas XI Busana SMK Negeri 6 Padang

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (3) ◽  
pp. 15-22
Author(s):  
Khurnia Budi Utami
Keyword(s):  
Learning Process ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Final Analysis ◽  
Learning Model ◽  
Stem Learning ◽  
Teaching Materials ◽  
Existing Problems ◽  
Science Technology ◽  
Learning Mathematics ◽  
And Mathematics

This research begins with observations in schools that the learning process of mathematics has not fully achieved the learning objectives. Students 'interest in learning mathematics is still lacking and students' self-efficacy is still low. During the learning process, unsuitable teaching materials are used to solve these problems. From the existing problems, we need a new breakthrough that requires teachers to create appropriate teaching materials and be able to increase the self-efficacy of students. One of the breakthroughs referred to is by creating teaching materials in the form of Student Worksheets (LKPD) with the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) learning model. This study aims to develop teaching materials in the form of LKPD using the STEM learning model to improve students' self-efficacy.This research is a development research that uses a 4-D development model which consists of 4 stages, namely 1) define, 2) design, 3) development (development) and 4) disseminate (deployment). LKPD developed and validated by several experts. Furthermore, it was tried out to see the practicality and effectiveness of LKPD in class XI Clothing 3 at SMKN 6 Padang. Practicality is seen through the results of the student and teacher response questionnaire analysis. Effectiveness is seen through the results of the final analysis of the student self-efficacy questionnaire.The results of the validation of LKPD by experts found that LKPD with the STEM learning model was categorized as valid. The results of using LKPD by teachers are obtained by practical LKPD, while the use of LKPD by students is obtained by LKPD which are very practical. The effectiveness of LKPD is seen from the results of the final analysis of the student self-efficacy questionnaire, the results of the study show that LKPD with STEM learning models can increase student self-efficacy. Thus, it can be concluded that the LKPD with the STEM learning model developed is valid, practical, and effective.

scholarly journals The Effects of Student’s Attitudes and Self-Efficacy on Science Achievement

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-10
Author(s):  
Adiyo Roebianto
Keyword(s):  
Path Analysis ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Science Achievement ◽  
Direct Role ◽  
Science Technology ◽  
And Mathematics ◽  
Student's Attitudes ◽  
Student’S Attitude ◽  
Mathematics And Science ◽  
Science Subject

AbstractOne of the critical subjects in school that needs to be assessed is a science subject. Without a science subject, students cannot observe and understand a phenomenon on earth. However, results from an international study such as Trends International in Mathematics and Science (TIMSS), students in Indonesia performed poorly compared to students from another country. Furthermore, science is one of the essential education for children as it included in the STEM Education (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics). From some empirical evidence, student’s attitude and self-efficacy (beliefs about their ability and skill) were found to be dominant predictors of student’s achievement, not excluded, science achievement. However, most of the research analyses the data under conventional regression analysis. Instead of under the structural modelling, and so the results can be considered carefully. This research will analyze a science achievement of Indonesian cohort, and the predictors would be self-efficacy, student’s attitudes toward science, school and teaching. Five hundred seventy-six data of students would be examined path analysis to answer the research questions. The results were found that both student’s attitude and self-efficacy had a significant direct role in determining student achievement in science. To be specific, attitude towards science had the most significant impact on science achievement, over self-efficacy. However, interestingly, the pattern of the effect from those predictors was different toward Science achievement. The practical aspects of the results of this study will be discussed in the discussion section.AbstrakSalah satu mata pelajaran penting di sekolah yang perlu dinilai adalah mata pelajaran sains.  Tanpa mata pelajaran sains, siswa tidak dapat mengamati dan memahami fenomena di bumi.  Namun, hasil dari studi internasional seperti Trends International in Mathematics and Science (TIMSS), prestasi sains siswa di Indonesia lebih rendah dibandingkan dengan siswa dari negara lain.  Selanjutnya, sains adalah salah satu Pendidikan yang penting untuk anak-anak karena termasuk dalam Pendidikan STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics). Dari beberapa penelitian, sikap dan efikasi diri siswa (kepercayaan tentang kemampuan dan keterampilan mereka) ditemukan sebagai prediktor yang dominan terhadap prestasi siswa, tidak terkecuali, prestasi sains.  Namun, sebagian besar penelitian menganalisis data dengan analisis regresi konvensional.  Jika analisis dilakukan dengan model persamaan struktural, maka hasilnya dapat dipertimbangkan dengan hati-hati.  Penelitian ini akan menganalisis prestasi sains dari siswa Indonesia, dan prediktornya adalah efikasi diri, sikap siswa terhadap sains, sekolah, dan guru.  Lima ratus tujuh puluh enam data siswa akan dianalisis dengan analisis jalur (path analysis) untuk menjawab pertanyaan penelitian.  Hasilnya ditemukan bahwa sikap dan efikasi diri siswa memiliki peranan langsung yang signifikan dalam menentukan prestasi siswa dalam mata pelajaran sains. Secara lebih spesifik, sikap terhadap sains memiliki dampak paling signifikan terhadap pencapaian prestasi sains, pengaruh ini lebih besar dibandingkan pengaruh dari efikasi diri.  Namun, yang menarik adalah pola pengaruh dari tiap prediktor tersebut berbeda – beda dampaknya terhadap prestasi sains. Aspek praktis dari hasil penelitian ini akan dibahas pada bagian diskusi.

The benefits and challenges of a blended peer mentoring program for women peer mentors in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM)

2020 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Amanda Rockinson-Szapkiw ◽  
Jillian L. Wendt
Keyword(s):  
Historically Black ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Peer Mentoring ◽  
Mentoring Program ◽  
Peer Mentors ◽  
Career Interest ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Science Technology ◽  
And Behaviors ◽  
And Mathematics

PurposeThe unequitable representation among genders in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) degrees and careers remains a persisting challenge. Peer mentoring has been cited as one method for supporting women and racial and ethnic minorities in becoming interested in, experiencing self-efficacy in and persisting in STEM. The current study was undertaken to explore how and in what ways peer mentors' participation in the program (namely, the mentoring experience) influenced their STEM self-efficacy beliefs, interests, skills and behaviors, including their intent to persist and actual persistence in STEM.Design/methodology/approachUsing a multisite case study design, the current study implemented a blended peer mentoring program at two historically black institutions.FindingsThe experience in the peer mentoring process increased mentors' self-efficacy, career interest, perceived mentoring skill development in most areas and intent to persist in STEM. Evidence from the interviews and open-ended survey questions demonstrated that the peer mentoring experience had a direct influence on the mentor's self-efficacy, career interest, leadership and professional skills and persistence. The thematic analysis of the data sources revealed that specific elements of the peer mentoring experience influenced mentors' beliefs, interests, skills and behaviors, including recognition, functioning as a mentor, developing an other's orientation, engaging in a sisterhood and developing competencies.Originality/valueFindings support the benefit of the blended peer mentoring program model among women who identify as a racial or ethnic minority across two historically black college or universities (HBCUs). Peer mentoring programs should include training to increase competencies and skills, should provide resources targeted to specific mentor needs and should include opportunities for self-reflection and components of faculty support.

scholarly journals Factors that Influence High School Female Students’ Intentions to Pursue Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Education in Malaysia

2021 ◽  
Vol 29 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
M Sultana Alam ◽  
Sadia Sajid ◽  
Jin Kuan Kok ◽  
Mobashar Rahman ◽  
Aamir Amin
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
Stem Education ◽  
Gender Gap ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Female Students ◽  
Outcome Expectancy ◽  
Independent Variables ◽  
Science Technology ◽  
And Mathematics ◽  
The Impact

Despite the increase in the number of female students in education indicating a reversal in the gender gap, their participation in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education in Malaysia is still a matter of concern. This study extends empirical explanations for this gender gap and identifies factors influencing high school students’ intentions to pursue Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Education in Malaysia. The present study aims to develop a framework of female intention to pursue STEM education by examining the impact of five independent variables on STEM self-efficacy and in turn the impact of self-efficacy on intention. The independent variables include attitude towards STEM, self-concept, gender stereotype, motivation, and teacher stereotypes. The study also examines the independent and moderating impact of career outcome expectancy on the relationship between self-efficacy and intention. Data was collected from 211 secondary school female students in Forms 4 and 5, studying at eight secondary schools in two states in Malaysia. The data was analyzed using SmartPLS. The results of the study show that attitude, motivation, and career outcome expectancy are positive and are significant predictors of STEM self-efficacy, whereas gender and teacher stereotypes are the negative predictors. The results of the study also highlight that self-efficacy is a strong predictor of intention to pursue STEM education. These findings of the study would assist policymakers to develop suitable strategies to improve female participation in STEM education in Malaysia.

scholarly journals American Indian College Student Mentoring: A Study to Measure Changes in Self-Efficacy

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 38 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kelli Chelberg ◽  
Lisa Bosman
Keyword(s):  
Student Success ◽  
American Indian ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
College Success ◽  
Research Question ◽  
Tribal College ◽  
Mentoring Program ◽  
Science Technology ◽  
Educational Career ◽  
And Mathematics

The underrepresentation of American Indian (AI) students pursuing higher education opportunities continues to persist. This study sought to measure the perceived changes in participants’ self-efficacy and confidence in navigating the college environment as a result of their participation in a mentoring program and addressed the research question “How does mentoring contribute to changes in tribal college students reported self-efficacy?” Nineteen participants who had participated in a semester-long mentoring program were given a retrospective pre- then post-program survey to measure changes in participants’ perceived confidence in navigational and informational skills related to college success. Participants reported a significantly higher level of awareness in the post-program survey than they did in the pre-program survey across all of the mentoring program goals with the exception of one goal. In addition, there were no reported differences in AI and non-AI participants’ and Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)/non-STEM responses on the five scaled variables for the mentoring survey. Providing support early on in a student’s educational career allows for the establishment of student connections with peers, support personnel, and resources that they can turn to for help in academics or setting goals. Additionally, early support provides encouragement and a sense of belief in themselves, which is critical to student success.

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