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The TAFE direction: smart options for young women

Young women often limit their career choices through misconceptions about their abilities or the type of work that ... Show more
Young women often limit their career choices through misconceptions about their abilities or the type of work that women are supposed to be suited for. Many people see TAFE colleges as predominantly male, trade oriented places of learning. This video is designed to address these misunderstandings by giving a clear picture of Victoria's modern TAFE colleges and the large number of different courses they offer. Young women who are current TAFE students from a wide range of courses and colleges give their honest opinions on: what it's like to be a TAFE student; the sort of learning environment TAFE offers; whether TAFE courses are relevant for gaining employment skills; how TAFE offers training in practical skills; the sort of social life TAFE students have; what TAFE courses can lead on to; and where you can get further information about TAFE.
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Corporate authors: Victoria. Department of Education. Office of Training and Further Education (OTFE)

Date: 1993

Geographic subjects: Victoria; Australia; Oceania

Resource type: Teaching and training material

Subjects: Vocational education and training; Providers of education and training; Students ... [+] Show more
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'To see ourselves as others see us': post-primary school students' drawings of scientists before and after participation in a career orientation programme

Background: The stereotypical image of a scientist has negative consequences in terms of promoting a perception of ... Show more
Background: The stereotypical image of a scientist has negative consequences in terms of promoting a perception of scientists and relevant careers that is both positive and realistic. Material and methods: This study employs a modified Draw a Scientist Test (DAST) to investigate the perceptions held by post-primary school students in Ireland about scientists and their work. Participants completed the DAST before and after partaking in a Career Orientation Programme that aimed to promote careers in science and portray scientists and their working life realistically. Results: After completing the programme, participants' drawings were less stereotypical, with fewer images of male scientist working alone. Conclusions: Drawings also reflected activities the participants did throughout the programme, suggesting that first-hand experience can broaden perceptions of scientific careers.
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Authors: Stapleton, Aimee; McHugh, Martin; Childs, Peter E.; Hayes, Sarah

Date: 2018

Geographic subjects: Ireland; Europe

Resource type: Article

Journal title: Action research and innovation in science education (ARiSE)

Subjects: Students; Career development
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Impact of COVID-19 on women in the STEM workforce: Asia Pacific

This report presents the key findings of research into the impacts of the [Coronavirus Disease 2019] COVID-19 pande... Show more
This report presents the key findings of research into the impacts of the [Coronavirus Disease 2019] COVID-19 pandemic on women in the science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) workforce in the Asia-Pacific region. It explores the impacts on STEM careers and individual wellbeing and identifies ways organisations and individuals within the STEM system can support gender equity in STEM.
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Authors: Moes, Louise; Prichard, Nancy; Chang, Ying-Cheng; Navarro, Laura ... [+] Show more

Date: 2021

Geographic subjects: Australia; Bangladesh; Brunei ... [+] Show more Hong Kong (China)">Hong Kong (China); (South)">Korea (South); States">United States; Britain; America; [-] Show less

Resource type: Government report or paper

Subjects: Equity; Industry; Employment ... [+] Show more
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Building the future [videorecording]

Composed of segments in which members of different sections of the construction industry discuss the increasing par... Show more
Composed of segments in which members of different sections of the construction industry discuss the increasing participation of women, the positive impact of that participation, and the overall suitability of that participation. Speakers include: representatives from unions, employers' organisations, and group training schemes; projects managers; construction company managers; and female and male construction workers. The 'brute strength requirement' stereotype is debunked. A running theme is that the construction industry relies on good management, and good management is reflected in encouraging the participation of women. Scenes set on building sites.
This is one of two videos produced by Griffith University as part of its 'Building the future' project [see TD/TNC 49.11 and TD/TNC 46.18 for the video and report, respectively]. This was an ANTA Research Advisory Council funded project. Show less

Corporate authors: Griffith University. Australian Institute for Women's Research and Policy (AIWRAP)

Date: 1996

Geographic subjects: Oceania; Australia; Queensland

Resource type: General publication

Subjects: Industry; Management; Employment ... [+] Show more
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Military-connected undergraduates: exploring differences between National Guard, Reserve, active duty, and veterans in higher education

In this report, [the authors provide an] inclusive understanding of military-connected undergraduates by using U.S.... Show more
In this report, [the authors provide an] inclusive understanding of military-connected undergraduates by using U.S. Department of Education data, from the 2011-12 academic year, to disaggregate various military personnel (i.e., members of the National Guard, reservists, and active duty personnel) from veterans to examine points of difference on demographic and socioeconomic characteristics, as well as on key factors associated with college enrollment, persistence, and completion. In doing so, [the authors] provide three key takeaways: (1) America's military-connected undergraduates are diverse along demographic and economic lines; (2) A vast majority of military-connected students applied for and received financial aid. However, the sources of financial aid (i.e., loans, grants, VA/DoD [Veterans Affairs/Department of Defense benefits]) varied by military background and not all use VA/DoD education benefits; and (3) A large share of military-connected undergraduates face life circumstances that research shows are associated with postsecondary non-completion.
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Authors: Molina, Dani; Morse, Andrew

Date: 2015

Geographic subjects: United States; North America

Resource type: Report, paper or authored book

Subjects: Students; Disadvantaged; Higher education ... [+] Show more
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Women in engineering in Turkey: a large scale quantitative and qualitative examination

The underrepresentation of women in engineering is well known and unresolved. However, Turkey has witnessed a shift... Show more
The underrepresentation of women in engineering is well known and unresolved. However, Turkey has witnessed a shift in trend from virtually no female participation in engineering to across-the-board proportions that dominate other industrialised countries within the 76 years of the founding of the Turkish Republic. This paper describes the largest known direct cross-sectional study of women in engineering in Turkey with over 800 participants. The methods include survey and facilitated focus groups. The study shows that women in Turkey choose engineering mainly because they enjoy the underlying mathematics and science. There is no gender bias on the part of teachers or fellow students; however, women students believe that they have fewer opportunities than male peers and acutely feel the lack of role models. Working professionals in industry or government perceive that women assume a more indirect, supporting role; however, women overall strongly affirm their selection of engineering despite some negative factors.
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Authors: Smith, Alice E.; Dengiz, Berna

Date: 2009

Geographic subjects: Asia; Turkey

Resource type: Article

Journal title: European journal of engineering education

Subjects: Participation; Outcomes; Research ... [+] Show more
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Women and girls into non-traditional occupations and industries: broadening career options for secondary school students

This report focuses on careers' exploration practices and programs for girls and young women in Australian schools.... Show more
This report focuses on careers' exploration practices and programs for girls and young women in Australian schools. It emphasises strategies that promote active exploration of, and engagement with, study pathways in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) and careers in non-traditional occupations and industries, and identifies how career choices and long-term economic outcomes can be improved for Australian women. It includes a range of innovative practices in Australian secondary schools that aim to assist young women to convert their school success to career success in STEM and other non-traditional occupations and industries. Consultations for this research focussed on identifying best practice approaches to careers' exploration for young women.
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Authors: Butler, Elaine; Clarke, Kira; Simon, Linda

Date: 2015

Geographic subjects: Australia; Oceania

Resource type: Report, paper or authored book

Subjects: Apprenticeship; Employment; Providers of education and training ... [+] Show more
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Women in scientific careers: sixth report of session 2013-14

The under-representation of women in science has been explored in-depth and there are numerous organisations and in... Show more
The under-representation of women in science has been explored in-depth and there are numerous organisations and initiatives striving to improve gender diversity in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) study and careers. However, despite this attention, currently only 13 per cent of all STEM jobs in the UK are occupied by women. The loss of women at later stages of a career pathway is often referred to as ‘the leaky pipeline’. It has been estimated that ‘it will take 50 or 80 years before we get gender equality if we just keep doing the same thing, hoping that the pipeline will produce more women’ scientists.
The Science and Technology Committee is appointed by the House of Commons to examine the expenditure, administration and policy of the Government Office for Science and associated public bodies. With the intention of complementing the work of the Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS) Committee published in its 2013 report ‘Women in the workplace’, this inquiry on women in STEM careers, focusing on the retention of women in academic STEM careers, was launched on 25 June 2013. The inquiry sought written submissions on the following questions: Why do numbers of women in STEM academic careers decline further up the career ladder? When women leave academia, what careers do they transition into? What are the consequences of scientifically trained women applying their skills in different employment sectors? What should universities and the higher education sector do to retain women graduates and [doctorate of philosophy] PhD students in academic careers? Are there examples of good practice? What role should the government have in encouraging the retention of women in academic STEM careers?
The inquiry received over 90 written submissions and took oral evidence from 13 witnesses including academic researchers, diversity and equality groups, universities, research and funding councils and the government. This report concentrates on STEM careers but also highlights the need for a holistic approach to tackle gender diversity, which includes STEM education. The report outlines why gender diversity in science matters, explores how gender perceptions affect the retention of women in STEM careers, and covers the practicalities of an academic research career. Recommendations are made under the topics of: business case for retention of women in science; the role of government; women in academia; the nature and funding of research careers; and management of research careers by higher education institutions.
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Corporate authors: Great Britain. Parliament. House of Commons. Science and Technology Committee

Date: 2014

Geographic subjects: Great Britain; Europe

Resource type: Government report or paper

Subjects: Gender; Employment; Career development ... [+] Show more
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Women in artisanal and small-scale mining: challenges and opportunities for greater participation

Artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) has grown significantly with approximately 40.5 million people directly invo... Show more
Artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) has grown significantly with approximately 40.5 million people directly involved, and an additional 150 million dependent on the sector for their livelihood. Though not often acknowledged, the role of women in ASM is significant, as they make up around 30 per cent of the total workforce, and up to 50 per cent in some regions. Although cultural and historical aspects have relegated women's participation to the periphery, women have always been part of the mining workforce. However, the cultural and institutional constraints women face have ensured their involvement in the most value-bearing places such as pits and fair markets is practically non-existent. The various challenges women face within this sector have been sporadically highlighted in the literature, and a systematic and in-depth approach to understanding those challenges has been inadequate.
With some research limitations, this report from the Intergovernmental Forum on Mining, Minerals, Metals and Sustainable Development takes a focused approach to understanding the key bottlenecks to women's full participation, including access to finance, equipment and technology, and institutional support and services, with the aim of informing highly sought interventions to address those challenges
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Authors: Weldegiorgis, Fitsum; Lawson, Lynda; Verbrugge, Hannelore

Date: 2018

Resource type: Report, paper or authored book

Subjects: Industry; Sustainability; Participation ... [+] Show more
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Raising a female-centric infantry battalion: do we have the nerve?

Army's incremental approach to the ingress of women into combat roles is arguably incompatible with its objective o... Show more
Army's incremental approach to the ingress of women into combat roles is arguably incompatible with its objective of achieving increased operational capability. This approach will also take too long to make a meaningful contribution to operational capability. This article argues that Army should consider altering its current approach by raising a predominantly female infantry battalion instead of relying on an incremental model. This would deliver a more tangible capability in a shorter time-frame while also expanding and accelerating experiential opportunities for female combat soldiers to contribute to the Army of the future.
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Authors: Carroll, Luke

Date: 2014

Geographic subjects: Australia; Oceania

Resource type: Article

Journal title: Australian Army journal

Subjects: Gender; Innovation; Industry ... [+] Show more

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