University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

"“The modern Mulan of tech"": A critical analysis of Asian American women and their experiences in computer science"

Lin, Stephanie C

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Title
"“The modern Mulan of tech"": A critical analysis of Asian American women and their experiences in computer science"
Author(s)
Lin, Stephanie C
Issue Date
2021-04-26
Director of Research (if dissertation) or Advisor (if thesis)
Lewis, Colleen M
Department of Study
Computer Science
Discipline
Computer Science
Degree Granting Institution
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Degree Name
M.S.
Degree Level
Thesis
Keyword(s)
  • computer science
  • computing education
  • culturally relevant pedagogy
  • culturally responsive computing
  • asian american women
  • diversity
  • model minority
  • race and gender
Abstract
Existing research involving Asian American women in STEM explores the intersections of race/ethnicity, gender, and culture in regards to developing identity as a scientist. Many such studies focus on model minority stereotypes, racialized sexism, and familial expectations. This thesis will draw from prior research to investigate another axis of identity — field of study. Specifically, it will examine how Asian American women may be influenced by patterns of bias specific to the field of computer science. Investigating how Asian American women perceive and navigate intersections embodied by identity allows us to critically examine and improve the current climate of computer science. An analysis chapter on race and gender data in computing and STEM will address questions about representation and advancement of Asian American women in computing professions. Finally, this paper proposes culturally relevant pedagogy as an educational framework that could enhance the quality, diversity, and inclusivity of computer science education beyond the classroom.
Graduation Semester
2021-05
Type of Resource
Thesis
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Copyright 2021 Stephanie Lin

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