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A Structural Model of Student Experiences in a Career-Forward Chemistry Laboratory Curriculum
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Payne, Corey; Crippen, Kent J. – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 2023
Persistence is a major issue facing students, particularly those who are both female and from underrepresented ethnic minorities (URM). A closer look at the variables affecting their commitment and capacity for continuing the pursuit of their goal allows us to better design support systems that bolster persistence. This study tests a structural…
Descriptors: Chemistry, Science Instruction, Correlation, Teaching Methods
Beliefs about Learning and Enacted Instructional Practices: An Investigation in Postsecondary Chemistry Education
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Gibbons, Rebecca E.; Villafañe, Sachel M.; Stains, Marilyne; Murphy, Kristen L.; Raker, Jeffrey R. – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 2018
While research on and development of evidence-based instructional practices (EBIPs) in STEM education has flourished, implementation of these practices classrooms has not been as prolific. Using the teacher-centered systemic reform model as a framework, we explore the connection between chemistry instructors' beliefs about teaching and learning…
Descriptors: Chemistry, Science Instruction, Teaching Methods, Self Efficacy
Self-Beliefs in Organic Chemistry: Evaluation of a Reciprocal Causation, Cross-Lagged Model
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Gibbons, Rebecca E.; Raker, Jeffrey R. – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 2019
This study is designed to test a reciprocal causation, cross-lagged model of self-concept, self-efficacy, and achievement in a postsecondary STEM course. Both self-efficacy and self-concept are known to be related to achievement; however, there is a need to untangle the relationship between the two constructs as well as their association to…
Descriptors: Organic Chemistry, Self Concept, Self Efficacy, Science Achievement
The Effect of Authentic Project-Based Learning on Attitudes and Career Aspirations in STEM
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Beier, Margaret E.; Kim, Michelle H.; Saterbak, Ann; Leautaud, Veronica; Bishnoi, Sandra; Gilberto, Jaqueline M. – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 2019
Can engaging college students in client-centered projects in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) coursework increase interest in STEM professions? The current study explored the effectiveness of project-based learning (PjBL) courses on student attitudes, major choice, and career aspirations in STEM. Framed in expectancy-value…
Descriptors: Student Projects, Teaching Methods, STEM Education, Active Learning
The Impact of Science Content and Professional Learning Communities on Science Teaching Efficacy and Standards-Based Instruction
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Lakshmanan, Aruna; Heath, Barbara P.; Perlmutter, Aaron; Elder, Michael – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 2011
This study examines the impact of standards-based professional development on teacher efficacy and instructional practice of elementary and middle school science teachers. Professional development activities were conducted over a period of 3 years and included content courses as well as teacher involvement in professional learning communities.…
Descriptors: Teacher Effectiveness, Self Efficacy, Correlation, Science Teachers
Context of Teaching and Learning School Science in Finland: Reflections on PISA 2006 Results
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Lavonen, Jari; Laaksonen, Seppo – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 2009
Finnish students' opinions about the frequency of learning activities and communication in the Finnish science classroom, their interest in science and science studies and careers, their sense of self-efficacy, and their beliefs about their own competence as well as their performance in science are analyzed based on PISA 2006 Scientific Literacy…
Descriptors: Equal Education, Self Efficacy, Science Interests, Program Effectiveness