Exploratory Factor Analysis of the Mathematics Anxiety Scale.

Pajares, Frank; Urdan, Tim

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Publication Date: 1996

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Exploratory Factor Analysis of the Mathematics Anxiety Scale.

Pajares, Frank; Urdan, Tim

Measurement and Evaluation in Counseling and Development, v29 n1 p35-47 Apr 1996

The Mathematics Anxiety Scale (MAS) was subjected to exploratory factor analysis in 1,047 students (including college undergraduates, high school students, and middle school students). Factor structures were similar for males and females. Recommends the MAS be used in conjunction with other measures that assess students' feelings and beliefs with an eye to educational and career counseling. (KW)

Descriptors: Adjustment (to Environment), Anxiety, Career Counseling, Coping, Factor Analysis, High School Students, Higher Education, Mathematical Aptitude, Mathematics Achievement, Mathematics Anxiety, School Counselors, School Phobia, Secondary Education, Undergraduate Students, Youth

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Language: English

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