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Autor/inn/en | Ndum, Edwin; Allen, Jeff; Way, Jason; Casillas, Alex |
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Titel | Explaining Gender Gaps in English Composition and College Algebra in College: The Mediating Role of Psychosocial Factors |
Quelle | In: Journal of Advanced Academics, 29 (2018) 1, S.56-88 (33 Seiten)Infoseite zur Zeitschrift
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Sprache | englisch |
Dokumenttyp | gedruckt; online; Zeitschriftenaufsatz |
ISSN | 1932-202X |
DOI | 10.1177/1932202X17740331 |
Schlagwörter | College English; College Mathematics; Algebra; Hierarchical Linear Modeling; Academic Achievement; Motivation; Freshman Composition; College Freshmen; Two Year College Students; College Entrance Examinations; Intellectual Disciplines; At Risk Students; Gender Differences; Communication Skills; Psychological Patterns; Social Influences; Multiple Regression Analysis; Statistical Significance; Statistical Analysis; ACT Assessment |
Abstract | We examined the role of six psychosocial factors (PSFs) in explaining gender gaps in English Composition (n = 8,633) and College Algebra (n = 2,261) using data of first-year female (55%) and male students from 42 colleges. Using a multilevel model and controlling for prior achievement, we found that PSFs mediated between 3% and 41% of the gender gap in English Composition, but only one PSF ("Academic Discipline"), helped explain the gender gap in College Algebra. Gender gaps significantly narrowed when students were more motivated to turn in homework assignments in a timely and consistent manner, meet deadlines, and obtain satisfactory academic achievement. These findings may help stakeholders prepare students for success in these foundational college courses. (As Provided). |
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Erfasst von | ERIC (Education Resources Information Center), Washington, DC |
Update | 2020/1/01 |