Science Identity
Why Does It Matter?
Changing What a Scientist Looks Like
What does a scientist look like? What do scientists do? What does being a scientist mean? What does it take to become a scientist?
When it comes to success in STEM, students being able to envision themselves as scientists plays a crucial role in whether or not they pursue a career in STEM. Students who excel academically in STEM subjects may not pursue a STEM career if they do not see themselves as scientists or if they are not welcomed by the scientific community.
Understanding their current views of being a scientist, teachers can support the development of their students' STEM identities.
About the Instrument
The Science Identity survey aims to understand how much being a scientist is a part of the participant's identity and how they view themselves in relation to the scientific community.
There are 6 questions included in the survey. Details about the questions and where they come from can be found in the document attached to this page.
References
Robnett, R. D., Chemers, M. M., & Zurbriggen, E. L. (2015). Longitudinal associations among undergraduates' research experience, self‐efficacy, and identity. Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 52(6), 847-867
TEDx Talks. (2015b, December 31). What does a scientist look like? | Ines Pineda-Torra | TEDxUCLWomen [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lbXRb-KV0tA&feature=youtu.be