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Hofstein, Avi; And Others – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 1977
Investigated were factors affecting student choice of academic orientations in science in secondary schools of Israel. Selection of a physical science stream of course work was found to be related to socioeconomic background. (SL)
Descriptors: Educational Research, Physical Sciences, Science Education, Science Interests
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Adams, Clark E.; And Others – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 1989
Examines the educational value of exhibits for transferring wildlife information to high school students. Reports that the passive exhibitry technique produced increases in the wildlife knowledge of students. (Author/YP)
Descriptors: Environmental Education, Exhibits, Instructional Materials, Science Activities
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Mason, Cheryl L.; Kahle, Jane Butler – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 1989
Describes a Teacher Intervention Program modifying classroom techniques and environments for fostering the participation of girls in high-school science classes. Reports that students who were taught by trained teachers, compared to students who were not, have higher scores on tests of attitudes toward science, perceptions of science, and science…
Descriptors: Attitude Measures, Attitudes, Females, Science Careers