Summer Robinson

I will be teaching my first college-level course this spring!

Thank you for having me @allisonmaster.bsky.social! It was a blast to get to discuss such insightful questions with amazing scholars!

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applying for jobs at R1s and R2s, AERA trends, whether Carlton has a meta-analysis for that (the answer is always yes), the impostor phenomenon, re-imaging motivational theories, how mixing theories can be like opening a fusion restaurant, and finding time to stay on top of reading papers. ♥️(2/2)

Zoom meeting with Dr. Carlton Fong and a group of adoring UH graduate students

It was @carltonfong.bsky.social day today in Achievement Motivation! 🤩 I brought him in to talk about self-regulation and engagement, but we also asked lots of questions about measurement non-invariance, latent profile analyses, self-consequating and help-seeking, ... (1/2)

We talked about control-value theory today in Achievement Motivation, so we brought back this art activity (see thread below). @summerrobinson.bsky.social's "Yay! Motivation!" drawing took home the competitive prize, although @tjroyuh.bsky.social's doodled ghost was adorable. @aeratepsig.bsky.social

Three graduate students holding up their Lego creations.

We had a great discussion about classroom barriers, safe classroom climates where we aren't afraid of making mistakes, emotions, and things that affect our outcome and efficacy expectations. Also, we all loved Summer's Lego cat! 🥰

Return of Ben Heddy's Lego self-efficacy activity today in Achievement Motivation class! Students built a Lego set with 1) the box and the instructions, 2) just the box but no instructions, or 3) no box AND no instructions. @tjroyuh.bsky.social @summerrobinson.bsky.social @zachbaquet.bsky.social

Back to School with NCWIT: K-12 Program Workshop - NCWIT Join NCWIT for a special “Back to School with NCWIT” virtual workshop! Whether you’re new to NCWIT or want to explore our full range of K-12 programs, this session will equip you with new tools and kn...

Then on September 24th, let's continue to engineer a brighter future at our #NCWITTeamUp webinar! Join us to explore and engage with practical, ready-to-use resources that inspire students to explore STEM education and careers: ncwit.org/event/back-to-school-with-ncwit-k-12-program-workshop

It is remarkable to see how down to earth "famous researchers" are. I am so thankful for these opportunities!

Dr. Allan Wigfield joins Allison Master and a group of graduate students over Zoom

It is always a treat to have Allan Wigfield come chat with students in my Achievement Motivation seminar! @tjroyuh.bsky.social @zachbaquet.bsky.social @summerrobinson.bsky.social @aera-motsig.bsky.social (1/4)

Looking to increase awareness and exposure to computer science? We are seeking partners to host Computer Science Family Engagement events in Texas for K-12 students! Interested? Mark your calendars for our applicant webinar September 9! #STEMeducation #AI

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Congratulations!!! 🎉

High School Introductory Applied STEM Courses Predict Completing a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math Degree Abstract In 2011, the Obama administration launched an initiative to expand applied science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education in public schools to address persistent opportunity gaps. Drawing on social cognitive career theory, this study (n = 52,143) investigates whether completing introductory applied STEM courses in high school predicts STEM degree attainment. The study further disaggregates results by specific course types and STEM degree fields. Findings indicate that applied STEM courses predict STEM degree completion, with stronger associations observed when examining specific STEM fields. These results provide important implications in terms of which applied STEM courses predict greater odds of degree completion in that field, and which student populations benefit most from these courses. Keywords: Computer Science, Engineering, STEM education, career technical education, secondary education, STEM degrees, elective courses

@summerrobinson.bsky.social wrote a conference submission for AERA analyzing how different intro STEM courses predict STEM degree attainment for 52,000 students in Texas.

I am excited to be presenting at #WTCS2025 next week! @weteachcs.bsky.social @allisonmaster.bsky.social

I love seeing all the life (professional and personal) that happened over the past year with members of our lab! 💜

My first AERA conference was an incredible experience!! Excited for the projects we are working on for next year!

Joining the terminated NSF grant club today 🙋🏻‍♀️😬

Such a great experience!

Summer Robinson has long red hair and is wearing a black suit jacket with white stripes over a white shirt.

Summer Robinson, University of Houston, @summerrobinson.bsky.social. "I enjoy helping others understand that education goes beyond the curriculum and pedagogical practices. As a former K-12 grade educator, I experienced firsthand the importance of creating a classroom culture...

I am excited to be presenting @allisonmaster.bsky.social's research on belonging in CS at HOU's Coding Computer Science Conference this Saturday (Feb 1st).

This is a free event for anyone who happens to be in the greater Houston area this weekend!

Yes! Great context from @summerrobinson.bsky.social. 👇👇👇

Infographic describing what teachers can do to promote girls' sense of belonging in computer science

How can we promote girls’ sense of belonging computer science? Based on a recent publication in the Journal of Research on Technology in Education. Shout out to graduate student Summer Robinson, who created the next three as part of her work on our NSF grant! (3/12)
uh.edu/education/ia...