Differential Perceptions of Elementary School Children Representing Distinct Sociocultural Backgrounds.

La Belle, Thomas J.

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ERIC Number: EJ040389

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Publication Date: 1971

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Differential Perceptions of Elementary School Children Representing Distinct Sociocultural Backgrounds

La Belle, Thomas J.

Journal of Cross-Cultural Psychology, 2, 2, 145-156, Jun 71

Eight hundred and eighty-two grade 5 students were examined for differences in meaning of ten school-related concepts, using the semantic differential technique. It was concluded that high achievers do not necessarily perceive school-related concepts more positively than do middle and low achievers. (DM)

Descriptors: Achievement, Concept Formation, Cross Cultural Studies, Data Analysis, Elementary Education, Ethnic Studies, Perception, School Attitudes, Sex Differences

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