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ERIC Number: EJ224296
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1979-May
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ISSN: ISSN-0022-4308
Mixed-Ability Teaching--A Deterioration in Performance.
Plewes, John A.
Journal of Research in Science Teaching, v16 n3 p229-36 May 1979
Tests and rejects the hypothesis that mixed-ability grouping enhances pupils' science achievement. Significant differences were found when 11 and 12 year olds (N=160) were compared. Mixed-ability groups using individualized methods performed at a lower level than did homogeneous ability groups. Also reports findings regarding teacher and student attitudes. (CS)
Descriptors: Ability Grouping, Academic Achievement, Educational Research, Elementary School Science, Elementary Secondary Education, Homogeneous Grouping, Individualized Instruction, Science Education, Science Instruction, Student Attitudes, Teacher Attitudes
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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