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Maya Israel; Shuai Wang; Matthew T. Marino – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 2016
Extant research reports differential effects related to the efficacy of video games as a means to enhance science instruction. However, there are very few studies examining differences in learning outcomes across student-level independent variables. This study used multilevel modeling to examine the effects of three video game-enhanced life…
Descriptors: Biological Sciences, Video Games, Learning Disabilities, Reading Ability
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Schneider, Rebecca M.; Krajcik, Joseph; Marx, Ronald W.; Soloway, Elliot – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 2002
Explores the performance of n=142 high schools students at the 1996 National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) science test who are enrolled in a project based science (PBS) program as compared to a national sample of students. Recommends using inquiry-based approach such as PBS to implement reform in schools. (Contains 32 references.)…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Educational Change, High Schools, Inquiry
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Linn, Marcia C.; And Others – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 1987
Discusses the gender differences revealed on the science content items of the National Assessment of Educational Progress Science Assessment. Examines explanations for the differences, including differential prior instruction, differential response to uncertainty, differential response to figurally presented items, and different attitudes toward…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Inquiry, Prior Learning, Science Education