Educational Achievement is the level of knowledge and skills a student attains in their education, typically measured through exams, assessments, and grades
Progress in educational achievement refers to a student's development and growth in learning over time.
True
Socioeconomic factors directly affect a student's access to resources, parental support, and aspirations
Exams are formal tests assessing knowledge and understanding
What two additional factors, besides socioeconomic ones, can influence educational achievement?
Cultural and family background
Schools with greater access to resources and extracurricular activities can provide more learning opportunities
What is the primary purpose of exams in educational achievement?
Assess knowledge and understanding
Cultural values, norms, and expectations around education can shape a student's attitudes, motivation, and academic aspirations
How can cultural background influence educational achievement?
Shapes attitudes, motivation
What is an example of how increased school funding can benefit students?
Advanced STEM courses
Education policies focusing on equitable resource allocation and professional development can address disparities in educational achievement.
True
Student motivation is the inner drive to pursue academic goals, while student engagement is the level of involvement
What are two types of student motivation?
Intrinsic, extrinsic
Understanding the influence of gender and ethnicity helps educators create inclusive learning environments.
True
Exams are formal tests that assess knowledge and understanding
Doing well on a final exam demonstrates a strong grasp of the subject matter and contributes to higher educational achievement.
True
What reflects academic performance in education?
Grades
Educational achievement refers to the level of knowledge and skills
Socioeconomic factors do not influence educational achievement.
False
What role does parental education play in educational achievement?
Influences support and values
Educated parents can provide better academic guidance
Families that prioritize education tend to have children with higher educational achievement.
True
What does higher school funding allow for?
Smaller class sizes
High-quality teachers provide personalized instruction
A supportive classroom environment increases student engagement.
True
What type of motivation is tied to personal enjoyment?
Intrinsic
Match the external factor with its impact on educational achievement:
Socioeconomic Factors ↔️ Access to resources
Cultural Background ↔️ Educational values
Teacher Quality ↔️ Personalized instruction
Match the socioeconomic factor with its impact on educational achievement:
Income ↔️ Access to learning resources
Parental Education ↔️ Academic guidance and support
Occupation ↔️ Shapes student aspirations
Cultural norms and expectations around education can shape a student's attitudes
Why is school funding important for educational achievement?
Smaller classes, better teachers
Knowledgeable and skilled teachers greatly enhance student learning.
True
Educational achievement is influenced by a complex interplay of various factors
What does the term 'Attainment' refer to in educational achievement?
Skills at a specific time
Match the socioeconomic factor with its impact on educational achievement:
Income ↔️ Better resources and opportunities
Parental Education ↔️ Influences support and values
Occupation ↔️ Shapes career aspirations
What are the typical measurements of educational achievement?
Exams, assessments, grades
Match the socioeconomic factor with its example:
Income ↔️ Higher income families afford tutors
Parental Education ↔️ Educated parents guide children
Occupation ↔️ Children of doctors value education
Families that prioritize education and provide academic support tend to have children with higher educational achievement.
True
Order the stages of educational achievement measurement:
1️⃣ Exams
2️⃣ Assessments
3️⃣ Grades
What are two additional factors, besides socioeconomic factors, that influence educational achievement?
Cultural background, family background
Families that prioritize education and provide academic support tend to have children with higher educational achievement.