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Development and Validation of a Path Analytic Model of Students' Performance in Chemistry.
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Anamuah-Mensah, Jophus; And Others – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 1987
Reported the development and validation of an integrated model of performance on chemical concept-volumetric analysis. Model was tested on 265 chemistry students in eight schools.Results indicated that for subjects using algorithms without understanding, performance on volumetric analysis problems was not influenced by proportional reasoning…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Chemistry, Cognitive Processes, Grade 12
Development and Application of a Diagnostic Instrument to Evaluate Grade-11 and -12 Students' Concepts of Covalent Bonding and Structure Following a Course of Instruction.
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Peterson, Raymond F.; And Others – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 1989
Outlines a procedure used to develop a written diagnostic instrument to identify misconceptions and misunderstandings of the chemistry topic. Reports the characteristic data for the instrument, and student understanding of covalent bonding and structure. (Author/YP)
Descriptors: Chemical Bonding, Chemistry, Diagnostic Tests, Grade 11
The Relationship between Cognitive Preferences, Student Background and Achievement in Science.
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Tamir, Pinchas – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 1988
Reports on a study of the cognitive preferences of twelfth grade students in Israel. Results indicated that, during the last ten years, Israeli students have become more oriented toward application. (TW)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Cognitive Style, Foreign Countries, Grade 12
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