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Direct linkTarr, James E.; Reys, Robert E.; Reys, Barbara J.; Chavez, Oscar; Shih, Jeffrey; Osterlind, Steven J. – Journal for Research in Mathematics Education, 2008
We examine student achievement of 2533 students in 10 middle schools in relation to the implementation of textbooks developed with funding from the National Science Foundation (NSF) or publisher-developed textbooks. Using hierarchical linear modeling (HLM), curriculum type was not a significant predictor of student achievement on the Balanced…
Descriptors: Middle Schools, Textbooks, Mathematics Achievement, Educational Environment
Erickson, Lance D.; McDonald, Steve; Elder, Glen H., Jr. – Sociology of Education, 2009
Few studies have examined the impact of mentoring (developing a special relationship with a nonparental adult) on educational achievement and attainment in the general population. In addition, prior research has yet to clarify the extent to which mentoring relationships reduce inequality by enabling disadvantaged youths to compensate for the lack…
Descriptors: Mentors, Academic Achievement, Socioeconomic Background, Student Characteristics
