Table 3 Perceived value of STEM fields subscale items and their subjective task value match
Item no. | Item wording | Subjective task value component |
|---|---|---|
2 | I would take a course in STEM even if it were not required | Intrinsic value |
19 | I feel I would have something to be proud of as a STEM professional | Attainment value |
9 | STEM is a good college major for me | Utility value |
1 | Working in a STEM field would be a waste of my time | Cost value |