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ERIC Number: EJ440161
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1992
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ISSN: ISSN-0021-8251
Gender Differences in a Psychological Model of Mathematics Achievement.
Ethington, Corinna A.
Journal for Research in Mathematics Education, v23 n2 p166-81 Mar 1992
Studied is the validity of a theoretical model of achievement behaviors of 746 eighth grade students. Hypothesized effects of value of mathematics and expectations for success were not apparent. Direct influences on achievement for male were prior achievement and value, but for females, influences of difficulty, male domain stereotyping, and family help are seen. (MDH)
Descriptors: Achievement, Causal Models, Family Influence, Mathematics Achievement, Mathematics Education, Performance Factors, Prediction, Predictor Variables, Psychological Patterns, Secondary Education, Self Concept, Sex Differences, Sex Stereotypes, Student Educational Objectives
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Mathematics Education Research; Second International Mathematics Study