Combatting stereotypes in computing using personality type
Document Type
Conference Proceeding
Publication Date
3-4-2019
Department
Department of Computer Science
Abstract
© 2018 IEEE. This Innovative Practice Work in Progress focuses on encouraging the persistence of computing majors. Research has shown that one factor in whether or not a student persists in a computing major is a sense of belonging. We are using Myers-Briggs personality types to help students see that even if they feel they are currently in a minority, others who are similar to them are successfully enjoying a computing career. It is our hope that our discussion of Myers-Briggs personality types also facilitates students' understanding of the value of diversity in a computing environment.
Publication Title
Proceedings - Frontiers in Education Conference, FIE
Recommended Citation
Ott, L.
(2019).
Combatting stereotypes in computing using personality type.
Proceedings - Frontiers in Education Conference, FIE,
2018-October.
http://doi.org/10.1109/FIE.2018.8658710
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