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A Study of Field Independent Biased Mental Ability Tests in Community College Science Classes.
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Crow, Linda W.; Piper, Martha Kime – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 1986
Discusses the use of mental ability tests for grouping science students. Describes a study which investigated the analytical skill items on the Otis-Lennon Mental Ability Test for field independent bias. Results indicated that the test is biased in favor of individuals with field independent perceptual orientation. (TW)
Descriptors: Ability Grouping, Aptitude Tests, Cognitive Ability, Cognitive Processes
Factors Influencing Teacher Decisions on School, Classroom, and Curriculum.
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Crocker, Robert K.; Banfield, Helen – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 1986
Describes a study designed to explore sources of influence on the judgements made by science teachers related to school characteristics, classroom features, and properties of a science curriculum. Results suggest that teachers' judgments center around concern for student ability and interest, teaching methods, and school spirit and morale. (TW)
Descriptors: Academic Aptitude, Classroom Design, Classroom Environment, Foreign Countries