AC 2008-768: SAME COURSES, DIFFERENT OUTCOMES? VARIATIONS IN CONFIDENCE, EXPERIENCE, AND PREPARATION IN ENGINEERING DESIGN

There is evidence in the literature that women have lower confidence in their skills and knowledge than men, particularly in areas considered crucial for engineering, like math and science. This difference has been linked to gender gaps in engineering enrollment and persistence. This study of engineering students extends research on gender differences by examining how confidence with design interacts with academic preparation and the frequency of design experiences in engineering coursework. Patterns of gender differences within the racial/ethnic majority and minority groups are also examined.

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