Effectiveness of MAEA's interactive science programs in terms of African-American students' attitudes and classroom learning environment
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Open access
Authors
Baynes, Darryl Lee
Date
2014Supervisor
Dr David Treagust
Dr Barry Fraser
Collection
Type
Thesis
Education Level
Ph.D.
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The effectiveness of MAEA’s interactive science programs was investigated for a sample of 269 disadvantaged African-American students in Columbus, Ohio, in terms of students’ perceptions of their science classroom learning environment and attitudes. Whereas pretest-posttest changes were statistically nonsignificant for comparison schools, MAEA students experienced significant improvements in classroom cooperation and teacher support and in attitude to inquiry and enjoyment of science classes.
Department
Science and Mathematics Education Centre
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