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ERIC Number: EJ237331
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1980-Nov
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Sex Differences in First-Year Algebra.
Swafford, Jane O.
Journal for Research in Mathematics Education, v11 n5 p335-46 Nov 1980
Research to determine whether female and male students with comparable mathematics backgrounds will have comparable achievement patterns in algebra is presented. Sex differences discovered appear to have little to do with algebra, with further research recommended on pupil use of applied problem-solving skills. (MP)
Descriptors: Algebra, Educational Research, Mathematical Applications, Mathematics Education, Secondary Education, Secondary School Mathematics, Sex Differences, Student Attitudes, Student Characteristics
Publication Type: Journal Articles
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Consumer Mathematics; Mathematics Education Research