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Perceptions of ICT: An Exploration of Gender Differences
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, , , The University of Auckland Business School, New Zealand

EdMedia + Innovate Learning, in Tampere, Finland ISBN 978-1-939797-08-7 Publisher: Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE), Waynesville, NC

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Abstract: This paper describes a study which addresses the aptitude and aspirations of both genders when choosing an information and communication technology (ICT) career. While it is widely understood why females do not choose ICT careers, we have observed that there are also differences between the genders in self-confidence when using ICT. As a consequence this paper fills a research gap by comparing both genders on their self-efficacy, their career aspirations and their external influences. We report findings that are both interesting and contra-indicatory.

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Gardner, L., Sheridan, D. & Tian, X.E. (2014). Perceptions of ICT: An Exploration of Gender Differences. In J. Viteli & M. Leikomaa (Eds.), Proceedings of EdMedia 2014--World Conference on Educational Media and Technology (pp. 120-129). Tampere, Finland: Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE). Retrieved June 1, 2023 from .

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