Perceptions of females in undergraduate computer science/technology programs toward the field of computer science: is online the answer?

  • Authors:
  • Martha Smith

  • Affiliations:
  • Webster University, Mo

  • Venue:
  • Journal of Computing Sciences in Colleges
  • Year:
  • 2013

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Abstract

This mixed-methods study was based on 35 online surveys and 11 follow-up telephone interviews of undergraduate female students enrolled in online or traditional face-to-face computer science/technology programs. The purpose of this study was to determine if differences exist in perceptions and attitudes toward the field of computer science/technology between these two groups. Three accredited not-for-profit Midwestern universities offering either online or traditional face-to-face programs in computer science/technology participated in this study.