Applicability of the DAST-C to the Images of Scientists Drawn by Students of Different Racial Groups.

Finson, Kevin D.

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ERIC Number: EJ665323

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 2003

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Applicability of the DAST-C to the Images of Scientists Drawn by Students of Different Racial Groups.

Finson, Kevin D.

Journal of Elementary Science Education, v15 n1 p15-26 Spr 2003

Describes the Draw-a-Scientist Test-Checklist (DAST-C) and discusses concerns regarding stereotypical images and their specific influences on students' perceptions. Reports on a study examining the difference between the drawings of 8th grade students from different ethnic backgrounds using the DAST-C. (Contains 21 references.) (Author/YDS)

Descriptors: Elementary Education, Ethnicity, Evaluation Methods, Females, Freehand Drawing, Grade 8, Minority Groups, Science Education, Student Attitudes, Teaching Methods, Women Scientists

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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