Perception of Teacher, Home Support and Achievement in Attitudes towards Science

Abstract

This study investigated the relationships of attitudes towards science with perception of the science teacher, home support and science achievement among a sample of Secondary Two (8th Grade) students. Using the full LISREL model, it was found that the perception of the science teacher was the most significant factor in the development of positive attitudes towards science. Achievement in science was also a significant factor for both girls and boys. Home support was, however, a significant factor for girls but not for boys.

Descriptors::

• Attitudes towards science
• perception of teacher
• home support
• achievement
• LISREL model