Final Results of a Culturally Responsive Science Curriculum Project in Hawai‘i: Ka Hana ‘Imi Na ‘auao

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Abstract

This research explored the effectiveness of a culturally responsive science curriculum developed in Hawai‘i high schools. An instrument was developed to measure students’ perceptions of their science self-efficacy, frequency of behaviors valued by members of the Hawaiian community, and frequency of perceptions of behaviors conducive to learning. A multi-level analysis was conducted by testing for internal consistency and growth patterns over time utilizing Confirmatory Factor Analysis, developing a 2-level model using a Growth Curve Modeling approach as the final method of measuring growth over time and analyzing the differences between treatment and control groups. Results indicated a significant change in science self-efficacy and frequency of pono behaviors, as well as significant gains in overall GPA in the treatment group.

Authors

• Scott Anderson Bowditch, University of Hawaii - Manoa

• Kelly Drew Roberts, University of Hawaii - Manoa