Career Development and Diversity

Career Development and Diversity is a research topic within Safety Research. Science Explorer counts 16k research works in it since 1950. 10.1% of them reached the world's top 10% most cited for their field and year.

This cluster of papers explores the application of Social Cognitive Theory in the context of career development, with a focus on STEM education, gender disparities, and the experiences of underrepresented minorities. It delves into topics such as self-efficacy beliefs, role models, academic aspirations, and work satisfaction, aiming to create more inclusive science education and address the challenges faced by individuals pursuing careers in science and engineering. The research also emphasizes the importance of social influences, cultural stereotypes, and environmental factors in shaping career choices and outcomes.

• Social Cognitive Theory
• Career Development
• STEM Education
• Gender Disparities
• Underrepresented Minorities
• Self-Efficacy Beliefs
• Role Models
• Academic Aspirations
• Work Satisfaction
• Inclusive Science Education