How personal factors influence academic behavior and GPA in African American STEM students
The United States has often been viewed as a leading force in technological advancement and scientific innovation. However, that may soon change with the low number of postsecondary degrees being awarded to students in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Without an adequate number of qualified individuals fueling the innovative drive of the nation, we are at risk of stagnation. Further compounding this issue is the low number of minority students awarded STEM degrees and jobs. Several researchers have addressed external and internal goal-related factors that lead to stude... Show more
Authors: Scherer, Stephen; Talley, Cheryl P.; Fife, John E.
Published: London, England, Sage, 2017
Resource type: Article
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https://doi.org/10.1177/2158244017704686
