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Prinbeck, Gwenn; Lach, Denise; Chan, Samuel – Environmental Education Research, 2011
The Theory of Planned Behavior was used as a framework for investigating recreationists' attitudes, subjective norms, and behavioral control beliefs pertaining to behaviors that reduce the spread of invasive species. A series of focus groups comprised of gardeners, fishers, hunters, and boaters was convened in Oregon, USA. Findings indicate six…
Descriptors: Science Activities, Focus Groups, Norms, Stakeholders
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Zimmerman, Heather Toomey – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 2012
This article presents an analysis of the longitudinal consequences of out-of-school science learning with a conceptual framework that connects the intentions of youth to their participation in science. The focus is on one girl's science activities in her home and hobby pursuits from fourth to seventh grade to create an empirical account of how…
Descriptors: Science Education, Elementary School Students, Middle School Students, Grade 4
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Vestal, Bedford M.; Estes, James R. – American Biology Teacher, 1992
Outlines a student research study in animal behavior to help develop students' empirical skills. The study examines the differences between male and female students in the way that they carry their school books. Reports results of one study indicating no significant difference in bookcarrying habits of men and women. (MDH)
Descriptors: Animal Behavior, Biology, Class Activities, College Science