This module will help you work towards improving your Perkins Core Indicators, especially as they pertain to participation and completion of students who are nontraditional by gender. If you don’t know much about the Perkins Core Indicators, don’t worry, because we’ll start with some background information. The module will then assist you in identifying root causes that are affecting the success of your CTE classroom, program, department, and/or school, especially programs focused on science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). You will receive a plethora of research-based strategies and resources to address the root causes.
Module Materials
Sections
Section 4: Root Causes of Low Participation and Strategies
- NT 4.1 Overview
- NT 4.2 Internal or Individual Barriers
- NT 4.2.1 Stereotype Threat
- NT 4.2.2 Fixed vs. Growth Mindset
- NT 4.2.3 Self-Efficacy
- NT 4.2.4 Attribution Theory
- NT 4.3 Educational Environment
- NT 4.3.1 Instructional Strategies
- NT 4.3.2 School/Classroom Climate
- NT 4.3.3 Access to and Participation in STEM
- NT 4.3.4 Academic Proficiency
- NT 4.3.5 Support Services
- NT 4.3.6 Curriculum
- NT 4.4 Quality of Career Information
- NT 4.4.1 Materials/Practices and Occupational Information
- NT 4.5 Family Characteristics
- NT 4.6 Societal Influences
- NT 4.6.1 Media
- NT 4.6.2 Role Models and Peers