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Abstract Title: | The Career Motivations of Women in Finnish Physics Programs |
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Abstract: | Finland is often seen and admired as an equity and education-focused country. They have policies that champion gender equity and a world-renowned K-12 education system, with students ranking among the top on international metrics. However, little is known on whether these policies and early education experiences support gender equity in postsecondary education and beyond, particularly in fields that struggle to support women. We conducted a study on Finnish physics students enrolled in Finnish universities using the Science Motivation Questionnaire. We discuss the results of this study with respect to gender and differences in persistence and career choices. |
Abstract Type: | Contributed Poster Presentation |
Session Time: | Poster Session II |
Poster Number: | B45 |
Contributed Paper Record: | Contributed Paper Information |
Contributed Paper Download: | Download Contributed Paper |
Author/Organizer Information | |
Primary Contact: |
Alexis Knaub Michigan State MI |
Co-Author(s) and Co-Presenter(s) |
Ramon Barthelemy, RO Solutions LLC |