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Rozek, Christopher S.; Hyde, Janet S.; Svoboda, Ryan C.; Hulleman, Chris S.; Harackiewicz, Judith M. – Journal of Educational Psychology, 2015
A foundation in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education is critical for students' college and career advancement, but many U.S. students fail to take advanced mathematics and science classes in high school. Research has neglected the potential role of parents in enhancing students' motivation for pursuing STEM courses.…
Descriptors: Gender Differences, Science Education, Mathematics Education, Parent Child Relationship
Wilkinson, Charles B.; And Others
This report outlines a research study conducted to evaluate black female-headed families with a female adolescent in order to obtain data regarding socialization practices by mothers, and community participation and choice patterns by adolescent girls. Data were collected through interviews with 175 black adolescent girls and their mothers.…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Black Mothers, Blacks, Child Rearing