Gender Differences in Self Perception of Intellect versus Gender differences in GPA
Presenter Hometown
Lexington, Ky
Major
Psychology
Department
Psychology
Degree
Undergraduate
Mentor
Dan Florell
Mentor Department
Psychology
Recommended Citation
Neat, Kimberly J., "Gender Differences in Self Perception of Intellect versus Gender differences in GPA" (2016). University Presentation Showcase Event. 19.
https://encompass.eku.edu/swps/2016/undergraduate/19
Abstract
In an academic setting, it is not uncommon for individuals to have a self-perception of their abilities in various subjects. Traditionally, men have been viewed to be better in math and science fields than women which could create a self-fulfilling prophecy in these subject areas. Undergraduate men and women at Eastern Kentucky University were surveyed as part of a larger study, that examined their self-perceptions in various areas. This presentation will focus on the gender differences in intellect, although the findings show no significant difference in the GPAs.
Presentation format
Poster
Poster Number
075
Gender Differences in Self Perception of Intellect versus Gender differences in GPA
In an academic setting, it is not uncommon for individuals to have a self-perception of their abilities in various subjects. Traditionally, men have been viewed to be better in math and science fields than women which could create a self-fulfilling prophecy in these subject areas. Undergraduate men and women at Eastern Kentucky University were surveyed as part of a larger study, that examined their self-perceptions in various areas. This presentation will focus on the gender differences in intellect, although the findings show no significant difference in the GPAs.
