Integrating virtual laboratories (VLs) with science education promotes inquiry-based learning by providing an interactive, dynamic environment in which students actively engage with scientific concepts. While previous research highlights the effectiveness of VLs as tools in the IBL process, few studies have embedded the entire inquiry process…

The overall achievement levels of Somali students in Minnesota's urban schools are considerably lower than their peers. The Minnesota Department of Education (MDE), 2023) reported that only 5% of all tested Black or African American students identified as English language learners met or exceeded the standards in science, 21.7% in reading, and…

This research aimed to determine the effectiveness of applying instructive simulation experiments (SE) to the development of deeper conceptual understanding, retention of static electricity contents, and engagement of 4th-grade students. The correlation between student achievements and engagement was examined. 76 4th graders (10-11 years) were…

There are a wide range of student emotions in academic settings, but apart from emotions such as interest and well-being, disgust is a negative emotion which might be relevant in biology education, for instance, during dissection or when encountering living animals. This paper addresses the issue of situational disgust during a course at the…

In this study, a mixed methods approach was used to gather descriptive exploratory information regarding the teaching of science to middle grades students with learning disabilities within a general education classroom. The purpose of this study was to examine teachers' beliefs and their practices concerning providing equitable opportunities for…

In their article "Innovations in Setting Performance Standards for K-12 Test-Based Accountability," Kristen Huff and Barbara S. Plake (2010) lay out three preconditions for continued investment in standard-setting methodology and practice, all focused on the sound development and use of achievement level descriptors (ALDs). Among these…

Achievement goal theory distinguishes between mastery goals (the goals of developing competence) and performance goals (the goals of demonstrating competence) [Ames [1992] "Journal of Educational Psychology" 84: 261-271]. In this study, we employed this theory aiming to better understand why adolescents' motivation to learn science…

Cooperative learning allows individuals with varying abilities to work alongside their peers. Students are placed into achievement levels based on placement test scores. The Regular College Preparatory (RCP) level is a score of 59% or lower and Academic College Preparatory (ACP) level is a score of 60-92% on the placement test. The purpose of this…

This bibliography is included in the fourth series of general bibliographies developed to disseminate information on documents analyzed at the ERIC Information Analysis Center for Science and Mathematics Education. Reported are 71 citations of selected documents related to science and mathematics achievement. The documents include research…

This document explores some of the problems associated with understanding the data of a report completed by the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP). The report deals with science achievement among young Americans over a period of four years. The procedure used by NAEP in assessing educational achievement and the factors involved in…

Reports on a study which placed major emphasis on international comparison of achievement ignoring differences in national, cultural, and social environments and priorities. Identifies three factors that account in large measure for the differences between national systems. (GS)

Reports that, according to a survey conducted by the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), knowledge of fundamental scientific facts and principles declined among young American students between 1969 and 1973. Also discusses the philosophy and goals of NAEP, and the methodology used in this survey. (MLH) Aspect of National Assessment…

Data of a 1970 research project regarding student achievement in science of 36 Australian secondary schools were reanalyzed to examine the effects of schools on science achievement for six schools rating highest above expectation and six schools rating lowest below expectation. Schools scoring above expectation appeared to have good accommodations…

Reports the results of a study of the relationship between cognitive style and achievement in a modern elementary science program. (JR)

Reports the results of a national survey that indicates a decline in science achievement equivalent to the loss of a half year of learning experience. Suggests some possible reasons for this decline. (GS) Aspect of National Assessment (NAEP) dealt with in this document: Results (Trends) (Interpretation).