Perception Disparity Between Women and Men on the Gender Gap in STEM at a Spanish University

Ana Belén González Rogado; Ana Belén Ramos Gavilán; María Ascensión Rodríguez Esteban; Alicia García Holgado

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Perception Disparity Between Women and Men on the Gender Gap in STEM at a Spanish University

Ana Belén González-Rogado ^[1] ; Ana Belén Ramos-Gavilán ^[1] ; María Ascensión Rodríguez-Esteban ^[1] ; Alicia García Holgado ^[1]
1. [1] Universidad de Salamanca
  
  Universidad de Salamanca
  
  Salamanca, España
Localización: Revista Iberoamericana de Tecnologías del Aprendizaje: IEEE-RITA, ISSN 1932-8540, Vol. 20, 2025, págs. 1-11
Idioma: inglés
DOI: 10.1109/RITA.2024.3522255
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Resumen
- The gender gap in engineering is one of the problems in achieving gender equality in society. In this context, the “Engineering with a Gender Perspective” project, an equality initiative developed at the Higher Polytechnic School of Zamora (HPSZ), University of Salamanca, aims to understand the university community’s perception of the gender gap and gender equality and to promote interest in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics) subjects, particularly among female students. To achieve these objectives, a questionnaire tailored to Engineering and Architecture, which had previously been validated for Computer Engineering, was administered and discussed to the entire educational community at the HPSZ. The first WE (Women in Engineering) Challenge Competition was also launched for pre-university students. The challenges, devised by women, were designed to demonstrate the relevance of engineering in everyday life, to inspire pre-university students to pursue STEAM disciplines. The study examines responses to the questionnaire from both students and faculty at the HPSZ, analysing differences in perceptions between men and women regarding gender equality, the gender gap, and gender stereotypes. The findings indicate significant differences in perceptions of the gender gap, particularly among the student population. However, there are no significant differences in views on gender equality and gender stereotypes. Overall, the university community at the HPSZ recognises the importance of achieving gender equality and eliminating stereotypes. Nevertheless, there seems to be some uncertainty regarding their stance on the gender gap issue. Active engagement across all educational levels, focusing on early education, is crucial for reducing inequality in the STEAM field, eradicating gender stereotypes, and fostering interest in STEAM disciplines.
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