Mathematics Aptitude: Effects of Coursework, Household Language, and Ethnic Differences.

Moore, Elsie G. J.; Smith, A. Wade

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Publication Date: 1985

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Mathematics Aptitude: Effects of Coursework, Household Language, and Ethnic Differences.

Moore, Elsie G. J.; Smith, A. Wade

Urban Education, v20 n3 p273-94 Oct 1985

Focuses on differences in mathematics aptitude between Anglos and Hispanics and any effects that differential enrollment in mathematics and math-related coursework might have on these differences. Data from a longitudinal study show household language interacting with mathematics aptitude. (SA)

Descriptors: Academic Aptitude, Cultural Traits, Elementary Secondary Education, Ethnic Groups, Hispanic Americans, Language Skills, Mathematics Achievement, Mathematics Education, Sex Differences, Spanish Speaking, Student Placement, Whites

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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