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To compare a sample in an urban environment in comprehensive schools (outer London borough) with a study carried out by J. Bottomley in 1976-79 (SN:1965) in a semi-rural middle class area of one of the home counties (S. Bucks), and to investigate the effects of T.V. viewing on attitudes to and choice of science subjects at 14 plus.

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Variables Influences on science subject choice from the end of middle school to 14 plus, starting with middle school science experiences. Data was obtained from 3 questionnaires, one at 12 plus on entry to secondary school, one at 13 plus and one when science choices have been made at 14 plus.

No sampling (total universe)

Self-completion