Public dissemination of our research occurs through conference presentations and formal publications.
Our final year research data from our NSF Level 1 project is currently being reviewed, with findings expected for publication in 2024.
Ferguson, S.L., Ieva, K.P., Winkler, C., Ash, K., & Cann, T. (2023). How do you know if this is for you? Exploration and awareness of technical STEM careers. School Science and Mathematics [Special Issue on Supporting and Building More Equitable PK-12 Pathways to STEM Skilled Technical Careers]. https://doi.org/10.1111/ssm.12577
Southwest Educational Research Association (SERA) - Annual Conference, February 2024
PRESENTATION: Ferguson, Sarah. Personality and STEM Career Interest: How Does Personality Relate to Interest and Confidence in STEM Career Decisions?
Northeastern Educational Research Association (NERA) - Annual Conference, October 2023
PAPER/PRESENTATION: Elms, Ashley & Ieva, Kara. The Use of Virtual Reality Technology in Career Exploration and Career Development
PAPER/PRESENTATION: Blicharz, Marjorie & Ferguson, Sarah. Shaping STEM Career Exploration through Virtual Reality: Creative Collaborations and Interventions
American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE) - Annual Conference, June 2023
Rowan University Faculty Research Day - March 29, 2023
PANEL/PRESENTATION: STEM Research Showcase / Dr. Sarah Ferguson
PANEL/PRESENTATION: High Impact Arts and Humanities / Christopher Winkler
Rowan University College of Communication & Creative Arts Research Showcase - December 3, 2022
Broadening Participation in STEM Through Virtual Reality Career Exploration - VR Demonstration & Slide Deck (same as linked above)
Northeastern Educational Research Association (NERA) - Annual Conference, October 2022
PAPER/PRESENTATION: Ferguson, S., Ieva, K., Cann, T., Ash, K., Winkler, C. Interest Requires Knowledge: Initial Development of a Measure of Career Knowledge