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Sources of inspiration for STEM decisions

January 1, 2013 | Media and Technology, Public Programs, Informal/Formal Connections
Researchers asked 5,000 Norwegian college-level students of STEM about the sources of inspiration for their educational choices. The most influential people were teachers and parents—the people who knew the young people best. The findings suggest that the most effective STEM role models are individuals who have a personal connection with the young person making education and career choices.

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  • 2014 10 22 Heather KING
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    King's College London
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    Resource Type: Research Brief
    Discipline: Education and learning science | General STEM
    Audience: Parents/Caregivers | Undergraduate/Graduate Students | Educators/Teachers
    Environment Type: Media and Technology | Public Programs | Informal/Formal Connections | K-12 Programs

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