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Matthews, Catherine E.; Smith, Walter S . – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 1994
Discusses findings of an experiment that compared Native Americans' attitudes and achievements in science, as measured by standardized scores, when taught science using culturally relevant materials and non-culturally relevant materials. Results suggest that educators should use culturally relevant materials when teaching Native Americans. (ZWH)
Descriptors: Achievement, American Indian Education, Attitudes, Cultural Education