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Center for Promoting STEM

Student Attitude Survey

Thank you for taking the time to complete the following survey about your plans and interests in the STEM fields. We wish to assure you that the data that are being collected will be used for research purposes only and will not be seen by your instructors. You will see several questions that ask you about your experience in STEM courses.

Before you begin, take a few moments to read about the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields.

What is STEM?

STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. Some of the disciplines included in this category are Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Geology, Computer Science, Environmental Science, Engineering, and Mathematics. Coursework in the STEM fields provide preparation for a variety of careers. Some of these include:

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Automotive Technology

Actuarial Science

Electronics Technology

Computer Aided Designer

Engineering

Medicine

Biological Science

Biomedical Engineering

Financial Analyst

Chemist

Industrial Design

Computer Science

Forensic Science

Technician, Electro-Mechanical

Geography and Geology

Math and Science Education

Physical Science

Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists

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Thank you again for participating!

Part 1: Student Information:

First Name: / Last Name:
Student ID: / B / Course Number:
Instructor: / Term: / Spring 2013
Gender: / Male / Female
Ethnic Description: / American Indian or Alaskan Native / Hispanic or Latino
Asian or Pacific Islander / White, non-Hispanic
Black, non-Hispanic / Prefer not to answer
Other - Please specify:
What best describes your plans at Oakton Community College? (Write or Type “X”)
I am planning on transferring before I get my associate’s degree.
I plan on receiving my associate’s degree and have no immediate plans to transfer.
I plan to receive my associate’s degree from OCC and then continue my education at a different four-year university/college.
I already have a bachelors degree and plan to obtain a masters/PhD degree or another bachelors degree.
Other - Please explain:
What is your intended major?

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Part 2: Directions for students

This questionnaire contains statements about your beliefs and attitudes about the STEM fields. You will be asked to express your agreement with each statement. Please think carefully about your answers. There are no “right” or “wrong” answers.

Please rate how strongly you agree or disagree on the scale provided. Type or write “X” below the response that best reflects your opinion.

Strongly disagree (1) / Disagree
(2) / No opinion
(3) / Agree
(4) / Strongly agree
(5)
  1. I am planning on taking Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) courses as part of my college program of study.

  1. I am planning on majoring in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) field.

  1. I am planning on a career in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) field.

  1. I find the STEM fields to be interesting.

  1. I believe I have the ability to complete the STEM major of my choice.

  1. I believe attaining a STEM degree is worth the effort.

  1. I think that learning STEM is important.

  1. When STEM activities are too difficult, I give up or only do the easy parts.

  1. When learning new STEM concepts, I attempt to understand them.

  1. I attempt to find connections in STEM courses between the concepts that I learn.

  1. When I make mistakes in STEM courses, I try to find out why.

  1. I think STEM is needed to help solve the problems of today.

  1. I take STEM courses because the content is exciting and dynamic.

  1. I take STEM courses to get a higher paying job.

  1. I take STEM courses to get a job with many opportunities.

  1. I take STEM courses to get a prestigious job.

  1. I take STEM courses because I want to help people.

  1. I only take STEM courses to fulfill a requirement.

  1. I feel safe and comfortable in STEM classes and in labs.

  1. I feel supported and encouraged by the STEM programs (e.g., STEM Mentoring, APEX Scholars, Undergraduate Research) on campus.

  1. I feel supported and encouraged by the Oakton community at large.

  1. I feel confident about succeeding in STEM courses this semester.

  1. I feel confident that I will attain a degree in STEM.

  1. I know how to handle classroom situations in which I feel a lack of support.

  1. I know how to balance personal, academic, and work aspects of my life.

  1. I am comfortable working with people different from me.

  1. What makes a good ______(expert in the field you are pursuing, such as mathematician, scientist, etc.)?

Thank you!

Modified from: Tuan, H., Vhin, C., & Shieh, S. (2005) The development of a questionnaire to measure students’ motivation towards science learning. International Journal of Science Education, 27, 6, 639-654 and