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Peer reviewedScience and Children, 1981
Hypothesizes that superior performance by males in science could be related to their greater ability to perform well on tests of spacial visualization and mechanical aptitude. Suggests activities to improve science achievement with females. (Author/DS)
Descriptors: Academic Ability, Academic Achievement, Elementary Education, Elementary School Science
Peer reviewedRakow, Steven J. – Science and Children, 1984
Presents results of a study which examined science achievement, attitudes, sex differences, and racial differences among nine-year-olds. Also compares these results to those from three previous National Assessment of Educational Progress studies. Implications for elementary school science instruction are included. (JN)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Elementary Education, Elementary School Science, Racial Differences
Peer reviewedDoran, Rodney L.; Jacobson, Willard J. – Science and Children, 1984
Examines science achievement and attitude scores of fifth-grade students obtained from the Second International Science Study. Compares these results to those obtained from students in 1970. Data related to biology, space sciences, sex differences, and other areas are highlighted. (JN)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Biology, Elementary School Science, Grade 5
Peer reviewedRowe, Mary Budd – Science and Children, 1978
This article reports on the third National Assessment of Educational Progress in science. The sample included a total of 80,000 students, 9, 13, or 17 years of age. The report assessed learning in biology, physical science, and earth science according to sex, race, region, and age. (BB) Aspect of National Assessment (NAEP) dealt with in this…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Educational Assessment, Elementary School Science, Elementary Secondary Education
Peer reviewedHammrich, Penny L. – Science and Children, 1997
Argues that empowering parents is the first step toward improving females' achievement in science. Describes the Sisters in Science (SIS) program that aims to unite the role of parents with the other factors that promote female success in science. Discusses policy and practical implications that can be drawn from the work of the SIS program.…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, After School Programs, Educational Strategies, Elementary Education
Peer reviewedBlake, Sally – Science and Children, 1993
Presents research data that demonstrates current disparities in science proficiency among subgroups defined by gender and race. Discusses differences in achievement, science experiences out of school, and academic support. Presents seven guidelines for structuring science activities that motivate and respond to the interests of all students. (19…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Elementary Education, Equal Education, Females
Peer reviewedKelly, Joseph T.; Kelly, Gwendolyn N. – Science and Children, 1978
Learning of the concept of horizontality by fourth graders was investigated. Comparisons by age and sex were made. (BB)
Descriptors: Age Differences, Child Development, Cognitive Development, Concept Formation
Peer reviewedJesky-Smith, Romaine – Science and Children, 2002
Investigates elementary school preservice teachers' attitudes and backgrounds in science with a Likert scale instrument. Reports that preservice teachers believe in the importance of science in elementary education and points out gender trends in confidence in teaching. (YDS)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Preservice Teacher Education, Science Education, Self Efficacy
