The intention of this study was to explore the relationships between Thai middle school girls' and boys' attitudes and beliefs about mathematics and mathematics achievement, future mathematics coursework intentions, and career interests. Participants in this study were 523 students who were enrolled in The Chiang Mai University Demonstration School during...
The purpose of this study was to examine fifth,
seventh, and tenth graders' attitudes toward school and
classroom science by means of questionnaires and
interviews. In particular, the study hoped to determine
(a) if a relationship existed between these two attitudes,
(b) what relationship, if any, grade level, gender,
ethnicity,...
The purpose of this study was to describe middle school students' mathematical
dispositions in a problem-based learning [PBL] classroom. Eight volunteer students
from one 6th grade mathematics classroom participated in this study. The curriculum
used was the Connected Mathematics Project [CMP]. The main sources for data
collection were classroom observations,...
The purposes of this study were to develop a valid and
reliable attitudes toward science instrument in the Thai
language and determine the differences in attitudes toward
science and achievement in physical and biological science
of Thai boys and girls in lower secondary education.
The population consisted of 709 students,...
Student problem behavior continues to be a primary concern in schools and, as resources decrease and greater burden is placed upon teachers, schools are pursuing better ways to mange student behavior. Researchers have continually found that when correctly implemented, Positive Behavior Supports (PBS) is an effective system for mitigating problem...
The LifeKnowledge curriculum is a recent initiative of the National FFA Organization to develop key learning precepts in agriculture education students. This material utilizes cutting-edge teaching techniques in lesson plans designed to develop leadership, teamwork, personal development, and communication abilities in students. This project surveyed current agriculture teachers in Oregon...