Academic Backgrounds and Achievement in College Physics.

Hart, Gerald E.; Cottle, Paul D.

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ERIC Number: EJ487033

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 1993

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Academic Backgrounds and Achievement in College Physics.

Hart, Gerald E.; Cottle, Paul D.

Physics Teacher, v31 n8 p470-75 Nov 1993

Discusses findings regarding the academic backgrounds of students taking algebra-based physics. Four areas were examined: (1) performance in math courses; (2) high school physics background; (3) community or junior college experience; and (4) science education majors. Suggestions for improving the academic performance for students in these areas are provided. (ZWH)

Descriptors: Algebra, Educational Background, Higher Education, Introductory Courses, Nonmajors, Physics, Science Curriculum, Science Education, Science Instruction, Student Experience, Two Year College Students

Publication Type: Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Journal Articles

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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners

Language: English

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