Background: A sample of 1448 students in grades 7 and 9 was drawn from public schools in Atlantic Canada to explore students' knowledge of science and mathematics requirements for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) careers. Also explored were their mathematics self-efficacy (MSE), their future career interests, their preferences for particular career activities, and their likelihood to pursue a STEM career.
To enhance understanding of factors that might improve STEM career participation, we assessed students' self-perceptions of competency and interest in science/math, engagement in STEM activities outside of school, and knowledge of STEM career requirements. We show that the primary positive influencer directing students to a STEM career is high engagement in STEM activities. Our data also indicate that Grade 7 students do not grasp the importance of science/math requirements for future STEM careers. Further research is required to more fully explore the correlations between education and community influencers on the likelihood of choosing a STEM career identified in this study.
RÉSUMÉAfin de mieux comprendre les facteurs susceptibles d'influencer l'orientation vers les professions liées aux disciplines STEM, nous avons évalué la perception des étudiants quant à leur niveau de compétence et leur intérêt pour les sciences et les mathématiques, leur participation à des activités de type STEM hors de l'école, et leur connaissance des prérequis menant à des carrières dans les domaines des STEM. Nous montrons que le principal facteur d'influence positive qui dirige les étudiants vers les professions STEM est la participation élevée à des activités STEM. Nos données indiquent également que les élèves de 7ième année ne comprennent pas encore l'importance des prérequis de sciences et de mathématiques pour une future carrière en STEM. Des recherches ultérieures sont nécessaires pour mieux explorer les corréla-tions entre l'enseignement et les influences provenant de la communauté sur la probabilité de s'orienter vers les STEM.
This research was designed to explore the career path differences in hotel management between men and women and to analyze the impact of gender in the hotel industry in Canada. It also explored management capabilities and how they are influenced by gender, career choices, and type of property. Number of moves, number of positions, and type of property as defined by star ratings and size, were the independent variables. The findings indicate there are very specific differences in career paths between men and women and hotel organizations can become more competitive by enhancing their human resource practices to encourage more women to ladder into hotel executive positions.
Photo elicitation was determined to be an effective technique to engage participants. Despite many supports, members of the university community still found it difficult to follow healthy eating and active lifestyle behaviours; however, a number of practical future supports were identified. This study also provided valuable insight into the role that dietitians can play in the development of successful wellness programs.
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