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Peer reviewedLee, Valerie E.; Burkam, David T. – Science Education, 1996
Uses base-year data from a nationally representative database (NELS:88) to identify important explanatory factors for gender differences in science performance. Documents a large advantage for boys on the subtest of physical science and a modest advantage for girls in life science. Concludes that laboratory experiences are beneficial for girls'…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Educational Research, Enrollment Trends, Gender Issues
