Problem Solving in the Natural Sciences and Early Adolescent Girls' Gender Roles and Self-Esteem: A Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis from an Ecological Perspective.

Slavkin, Michael

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ERIC Number: EJ643940

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 2001

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Problem Solving in the Natural Sciences and Early Adolescent Girls' Gender Roles and Self-Esteem: A Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis from an Ecological Perspective.

Slavkin, Michael

Journal of Women and Minorities in Science and Engineering, v7 n3 p241-68 2001

Investigates the role of gender and self-esteem on early adolescent girls' abilities to solve problems when participating in natural science-related activities. Reports girls' gender role association with levels of verbal expression, expression of positive effect, dominance, and supportive behavior during science experiments as well as dominance in peer groups. (Contains 53 references.) (YDS)

Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Environmental Influences, Females, Gender Issues, Natural Sciences, Problem Solving, Science Instruction, Self Esteem

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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