Gender Differences and Similarities in High School Science Performance— What Do Item Response Patterns Tell Us?
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DOI: 10.1080/08957347.2024.2431007
Abstract: ABSTRACT The current study expands on previous research on gender differences and similarities in science test scores. Using three different approaches – differential item functioning, differential distractor functioning, and decision tree analysis – we examine… read more here.
Keywords: science; differences similarities; gender differences; science performance ... See more keywords
The Science Performance of JWST as Characterized in Commissioning
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DOI: 10.1088/1538-3873/acb293
Abstract: This paper characterizes the actual science performance of the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), as determined from the six month commissioning period. We summarize the performance of the spacecraft, telescope, science instruments, and ground system,… read more here.
Keywords: science; performance jwst; science performance; jwst characterized ... See more keywords
STUDENT ATTITUDES AND BEST PRACTICES ON SCIENCE PERFORMANCE-BASED ASSESSMENT
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DOI: 10.21474/ijar01/12640
Abstract: Performance –based science assessments provide students with valuable experiences and opportunities to improve students learning. Understanding the attitude of both teachers and students is an important aspect to design suitable performance-based assessment to ensure quality… read more here.
Keywords: science; performance; based assessment; teachers students ... See more keywords