Social categorization is a universal mechanism for making sense of a vast social world with
roots in perceptual, conceptual, and social systems. These systems emerge strikingly early …

The gender gap in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) engagement is large
and persistent. This gap is significantly larger in technological fields such as computer …

This longitudinal study explores three research questions. First, what is the prevalence of
math and science gender stereotypes among high school students, their parents, and …

Alcance de la revisión: El presente ensayo realiza una revisión de literatura sobre la brecha
de género en carreras STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) y …

Purpose The paper innovates on the existing literature by assessing the gender gap in
Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) tertiary education enrolment and …

The relation of various math attitudes to math achievement has been extensively studied in
adolescents and adults. Recently, researchers have begun to examine the math attitude …

There is ample evidence that Stereotype Threat (ST) contributes to gender differences
favoring males on standardized math tests; however, whether ST also contributes to gender …

Despite having the raw ability to pursue careers in science and engineering, gifted girls
often shy away from such careers. Here, the authors explore two explanations for this …

Though one might imagine that traditional gender stereotypes about math have lessened
over the years, this assumption remains to be tested. We know little about the extent to which …

Virtual learning environments often use virtual characters to facilitate and improve the
learning process. These characters, known as pedagogical agents, can take on different …