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Knight, Stephanie L.; Waxman, Hersholt C. – Journal of Social Studies Research, 1990
Investigates the relationship between social studies classroom environment and student motivation. Correlates several environmental variables with three motivational constructs (academic motivation, academic self-concept, and social self-concept) among 157 sixth grade, predominantly Hispanic students. Finds student satisfaction significantly…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Classroom Environment, Classroom Research, Correlation
Diaz Soto, Lourdes – 1988
The unstructured observations of a participant observer can point out areas of research interest overlooked by formal research instruments. This researcher's diary presents insights obtained while conducting a study regarding the home environments of 15 higher achieving and 11 lower achieving Puerto Rican fifth and sixth grade students residing in…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Bilingualism, Elementary School Students, Family Environment