Crisis: Basic Math Deficits Affect Student Performance in High School Physics and Chemistry.

Brekke, Stewart E.

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ERIC Number: EJ578405

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1992

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Crisis: Basic Math Deficits Affect Student Performance in High School Physics and Chemistry.

Brekke, Stewart E.

Spectrum, v23 n1 Spr 1992

Argues that deficits in basic arithmetic make it difficult for students to continue in mathematics and succeed in subjects such as chemistry and physics. Focuses on the state of the basic arithmetic skills of inner-city students. (DDR)

Descriptors: Arithmetic, Basic Skills, Chemistry, Elementary Secondary Education, Physics, Relevance (Education), Science and Society, Science Education, Urban Education

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers

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Language: English

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Note: Journal availability: Illinois Science Teachers Association, University of Illinois, College of Education, Champaign, IL 61821.