Sex Differences in Mathematics Achievement: An Emerging Case for Physiological Factors

Reviews literature related to physiological differences between boys and girls and the relationship to mathematical achievement. The areas of intelligence, spatial visualization, and brain laterality are examined. Suggests further questions for research. Lists 30 references. (YP)

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Published inSchool Science and Mathematics Vol. 89; no. 7; p. 571
Main Authors Rudisill, E. Murray, Jr, Morrison, Linda J
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published 1989
Subjects
Elementary School Mathematics
Elementary Secondary Education
Intelligence
Lateral Dominance
Literature Reviews
Mathematics Achievement
Mathematics Curriculum
Mathematics Education
Mathematics Tests
Physical Characteristics
Physiology
Secondary School Science
Sex Differences
Spatial Ability
Visualization
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Summary:Reviews literature related to physiological differences between boys and girls and the relationship to mathematical achievement. The areas of intelligence, spatial visualization, and brain laterality are examined. Suggests further questions for research. Lists 30 references. (YP)