Evidence that Science Locus of Control Orientation Can Be Modified through Instruction.

Haury, David L.

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ERIC Number: EJ368082

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Publication Date: 1988

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Evidence that Science Locus of Control Orientation Can Be Modified through Instruction.

Haury, David L.

Journal of Research in Science Teaching, v25 n3 p233-46 Mar 1988

Reports on a study designed to compare the effects of two instructional treatments in which the experimental treatment emphasized self-management, goal clarification, and individualized course expectations. An increase in science locus of control was found to be significant for the experimental group. (TW)

Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Science, Locus of Control, Objectives, Personal Autonomy, Preservice Teacher Education, Science Education, Science Instruction, Science Teachers, Teaching Methods

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Audience: Practitioners; Researchers

Language: English

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