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Gender differences in science self-efficacy: A didactic pathway on energy in primary school

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Gender stereotypes have a strong impact on the learning of physics and create inequalities between males and females. Numerous studies have shown that women report lower self-efficacy in many fields of STEM. In this study, we investigate the relationship between gender and self-efficacy in scientific disciplines. The research aims to promote Science Self-Efficacy (SSE) in primary school students using the IBSE methodology. We conducted a sample study of N = 75 students. We administered an SSE questionnaire before and after a didactic pathway on energy, and the results show improvements in the perception of SSE among female students.

Source: CNR SOLAR (Scientific Open-access Literature Archive and Repository) (University of Southampton)

DOI: 10.1393/ncc/i2025-25188-8

Author: Giarratano, G.

Institution: University of Palermo

Language: English

Topic: Career Development and Diversity

Subfield: Safety Research

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Quality education, Reduced inequalities, Gender equality

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W7128716286