The Israeli "Bagrut" Examination in Biology Revisited.

Tamir, Pinchas

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ERIC Number: EJ312602

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 1985

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The Israeli "Bagrut" Examination in Biology Revisited.

Tamir, Pinchas

Journal of Research in Science Teaching, v22 n1 p31-40 Jan 1985

Describes changes and effects of the Israeli paper-and-pencil matriculation examination in biology since first analysis in 1972. The examination has been significant for implementing an inquiry-oriented high school biology program based on the Biological Sciences Curriculum Study. Implications for upgrading science education are discussed. (Author/DH)

Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Biology, Curriculum Development, High Schools, Inquiry, Science Course Improvement Projects, Science Education, Science Tests, Secondary School Science, Sex Differences

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Audience: Researchers

Language: English

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Identifiers - Location: Israel

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