Exploring the factors affecting student engagement with science

January 1, 2014 | Public Programs, Informal/Formal Connections

This study uses data from the 2006 PISA survey to examine the association between student engagement in science and the nature of teaching and learning activities. It also explores school and family factors. Key findings are to be expected but also surprising. For example, variety in types of activity is associated with greater engagement. However, smaller classes do not necessarily result in greater enjoyment of science!

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Heather King

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King's College London

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Resource Type: Research Brief

Discipline: Education and learning science | General STEM

Audience: Elementary School Children (6-10) | Middle School Children (11-13) | Youth/Teen (up to 17) | Educators/Teachers | Museum/ISE Professionals

Environment Type: Public Programs | Informal/Formal Connections | K-12 Programs

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