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Improving Science Inquiry with Elementary Students of Diverse Backgrounds
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Cuevas, Peggy; Lee, Okhee; Hart, Juliet; Deaktor, Rachael – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 2005
This study examined the impact of an inquiry-based instructional intervention on (a) children's ability to conduct science inquiry overall and to use specific skills in inquiry, and (b) narrowing the gaps in children's ability among demographic subgroups of students. The intervention consisted of instructional units, teacher workshops, and…
Descriptors: Intervention, Teacher Workshops, Academic Achievement, English (Second Language)
An Instructional Intervention's Impact on the Science and Literacy Achievement of Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Elementary Students
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Lee, Okhee; Deaktor, Rachael A.; Hart, Juliet E.; Cuevas, Peggy; Enders, Craig – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 2005
This research examined the impact of the first-year implementation of an instructional intervention to promote achievement and equity in science and literacy for culturally and linguistically diverse elementary students. The research addressed three areas: (a) overall science and literacy achievement, (b) achievement gaps among demographic…
Descriptors: Grade 4, Grade 3, Intervention, Urban Schools