Essays about: "Stereotype Threat"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 9 essays containing the words Stereotype Threat.

  1. 1. Visibly, invisible, I stick out, but I’m alone. SOMALI WOMEN STUDENTS EXPERIENCE IN UNIVERSITY CAMPUS IN RELATION TO THEIR RACE, GENDER, AND CULTURAL IDENTITY.

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Sara Yusuf Muse; [2023]
    Keywords : Narratives; young Somali women; Sweden; higher education; identity; autoethnography; Social Sciences;

    Abstract : Abstract: This research explores the experiences of Somali woman students, to gain an understanding on how the subgroup interacts within and around campus, in relation to their race, gender and cultural identity. This research aims to acknowledge the multiple barriers and factors which may aid or hinder their experiences. READ MORE

  3. 2. Women in Esports : A Qualitative Study on Shared Experiences of Women in the Esports Industry

    University essay from Malmö universitet/Institutionen för konst, kultur och kommunikation (K3)

    Author : Charline Wolf; Francesco Krämer; [2022]
    Keywords : Esports; gaming; gender; masculinity; collective identity; stereotype threat; sexual harassment; feminism;

    Abstract : This thesis aims to gain a better understanding of the experiences of women in the esports industry. This is achieved through the exploration of the concepts of sexual harassment and gamer identity with the help of collective identity, stereotype threat and various aspects of feminist theory as the main theoretical framework, accompanying a thematic analysis of semi-structured interviews conducted with seven women in various positions within esports. READ MORE

  4. 3. “You play like a girl” : An investigation of the gender-typing of Esports as well as the effect of gender stereotypes on player performances

    University essay from Gymnastik- och idrottshögskolan, GIH/Institutionen för rörelse, kultur och samhälle

    Author : Kevin Shaw; [2021]
    Keywords : Esports; Gaming; Gender studies; Gendered sports; Gender appropriate sports; Gender stereotypes; Gender-typing; Gender inequality; Stereotype threat theory; Stereotype boost theory; Stereotype lift theory; Stereotype susceptibility; Stereotype endorsement; Stereotype awareness; Social role theory; Masculine sports; Feminine sports; Neutral sports; Sports performance; Counter-Strike; Psychology; Sports studies;

    Abstract : Purpose and research questions: The purpose of this study has been to critically examine Esports through a gender perspective. The study therefore investigated the gender-typing of Esports and if these stereotypes affect players’ performance. READ MORE

  5. 4. More Skilled and Aware: How Non-Stereotyped Occupational Gender Portrayals Impact Cognitive Performance and Judgements of Competence

    University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för marknadsföring och strategi

    Author : Gisela Gardelius; Hanna Kopelman; [2021]
    Keywords : Advertising; Femvertising; Gender Stereotypes; Dunning-Kruger Effect; Performance Estimates;

    Abstract : This research investigated whether non-stereotyped occupational gender portrayals in advertising can impact men and womens' cognitive performance and ability to form accurate judgements of competence. T-test revealed that this may well be the case, although the effects varied between genders. READ MORE

  6. 5. The myths and hazardous life of asphalt labourer : A pre-study on work environment and gender equality in the asphalt paving industry

    University essay from Luleå tekniska universitet/Institutionen för ekonomi, teknik och samhälle

    Author : Pipar Julia Bahri; [2020]
    Keywords : Asphalt; road construction; male-dominated industries; safety work; gender equality; microwave heater; attractive workplace; Asfalt; vägarbete; mansdominerade industrier; säkerhetsarbete; jämställdhet; mikrovågsvärmare; attraktiva arbetsplatser;

    Abstract : Road construction work is often regarded to be a dirty and strenuous job. The asphalt paving industry is male-dominated with a low percentage of women. This master thesis is part of Human Work Sciences at Luleå University of Technology's participation in the SMMART (Swedish Magnetite Microwave Asphalt Road Technology) project. READ MORE