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Conference Year:
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2026
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Session #:
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211.2(SP)
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Title:
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Scholarly Paper 2 of 2: The Causal Effect of Faculty Mentoring on Undergraduate Research Self-Efficacy |
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Lead Presenter:
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Yisi Zhan |
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Date:
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October 06, 2026 Time: 2:45 pm - 3:40 pm |
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Room:
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207 AB - Conv Ctr |
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Abstract:
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Undergraduate faculty mentoring (UFM) plays an key role in achieving undergraduate academic performance and development. However, the relationship between UFM and research experience outcomes remains poorly understood, especially in Chinese research universities. This research adopts Astin's I-E-O theory and House's social support theory to understand the influence of UFM on undergraduate research self-efficacy. Using a three-wave longitudinal design (N = 421) and a first-difference model, this study investigates a less biased effect of UFM on research self-efficacy, thereby enhancing understanding of its impact on student success. Results reveal significant positive effects of faculty mentoring on research self-efficacy, particularly in terms of research support. The first-difference model addressed 46% upward bias of the OLS model, yielding a less biased estimate. The impact of UFM on research self-efficacy varies by gender, with females experiencing stronger effects. The implications of using UFM evaluation to inform academic advising are discussed. |
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Handouts
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Note: Handouts (if offered for this session) are accessible via the conference app. |
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