Enhancement of spatial ability in girls in a single-sex environment through spatial experience and the impact on information seeking.
Description:
The test scores of spatial ability for women lag behind those of men in many spatial tests. On the Mental Rotations Test (MRT), a significant gender gap has existed for over 20 years and continues to exist. High spatial ability has been linked to efficiencies in typical computing tasks including Web and database searching, text editing, and computer programming. The relationships between the components of visuospatial ability and performance are complex. However, research strongly indicates tha…
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Date:
December 2008
Creator:
Swarlis, Linda L.
Partner:
UNT Libraries