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Choosing life and work pathways is a major developmental task for adolescents and young adults. In today’s global information age, there is increasing importance placed on training in what has been termed the SMT disciplines—science, mathematics, and technology, where technology includes computer science and engineering.
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Lawrence, E.A.M.F.L.G.T.W.T.M.B., Fisher, K. (2011). Adolescents’ Science Career Aspirations Explored Through Identity and Possible Selves. In: Yore, L.D., Flier-Keller, E.V.d., Blades, D.W., Pelton, T.W., Zandvliet, D.B. (eds) Pacific CRYSTAL Centre for Science, Mathematics, and Technology Literacy: Lessons Learned. SensePublishers. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-6091-506-2_3
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