Psychological Factors Impacting Joining STEM-Related Majors in the United Arab Emirates

Eid Galal Abo Hamza; Richard Tindle; Dalia Bedewy; Samir Dukmak; ALaaeldin Ayoub; Ahmed Mustafa

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Psychological Factors Impacting Joining STEM-Related Majors in the United Arab Emirates

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Psychological Factors Impacting Joining STEM-Related Majors in the United Arab Emirates

Eid Galal Abo Hamza, Richard Tindle, Dalia Bedewy, Samir Dukmak, ALaaeldin Ayoub and Ahmed Mustafa

Journal of social studies education research, Vol.15(1), pp.91-118

2024

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Abstract

educational stress

gender differences

math anxiety

parental expectations

stem

This research examines the factors that influence students' choices to pursue Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) degrees in the United Arab Emirates. Our study investigates the impact of psychosocial variables, including math anxiety, educational stress, and family expectations, on the decision of 558 children to pursue STEM education. We have discovered that there is a positive correlation between greater levels of school stress and parental expectations and the possibility of enrolling in STEM fields. Moreover, gender appears as a notable indicator, as males have a greater propensity towards STEM. The study emphasises the necessity of implementing comprehensive treatments to tackle math anxiety, educate parents about STEM jobs, and offer efficient stress management assistance for pupils. The implications have a wide reach, including politicians, educators, and parents that aim to foster a varied and driven community of STEM students in the UAE. Additional investigation is advised to explore the complex interactions of psychological elements that influence educational decisions.

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Title: Psychological Factors Impacting Joining STEM-Related Majors in the United Arab Emirates
Authors: Eid Galal Abo Hamza - Tanta University
Richard Tindle - University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, School of Health - Psychology
Dalia Bedewy - Tanta University
Samir Dukmak - Al Ain University
ALaaeldin Ayoub - Arabian Gulf University
Ahmed Mustafa - Bond University
Publication details: Journal of social studies education research, Vol.15(1), pp.91-118
Publisher: Association for Social Studies Educators
Date published: 2024
ISSN: 1309-9108
Copyright note: All articles published in JSSER are licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.
Organisation Unit: School of Health - Psychology; School of Health and Behavioural Sciences - Legacy
Language: English
Record Identifier: 991014497602621
Output Type: Journal article

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