Date of Award
6-1-1994
Degree Type
Thesis
University or Center
Clark Atlanta University(CAU)
School
School of Education
Degree Name
M.A.
Department
Educational Leadership
First Advisor
Dr. Bonita E. Alick
Abstract
The purpose of this study was to assess the relationship of parental involvement in a student's education, as it relates to success in science learning. Success was measured in terms of student motivation, participation, and perception of science. Through an ethnographical designed study, observations were made of participants in a Saturday Science Academy. The research served to address several research hypotheses. The results generated from this study showed that positive reinforcement from a parent generates greater appreciation and understanding of science among children. In addition, it was revealed that effective enrichment programs which provide hands-on learning, promotes a greater perception of and increases enthusiasm in science learning.
Recommended Citation
Whitmon, John Martin, "The effects of parental involvement in the science learning of students in a Saturday Science Academy" (1994). ETD Collection for AUC Robert W. Woodruff Library. 630.
http://digitalcommons.auctr.edu/dissertations/630
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