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Assessing mathematics within advanced school science qualifications (2017)
Journal Article
McAlinden, M., & Noyes, A. (2019). Assessing mathematics within advanced school science qualifications. Assessment in Education, 26(3), 340-355. https://doi.org/10.1080/0969594X.2017.1321524

Following sustained discussion regarding the relationship between advanced mathematics and science learning in England, the Government has pursued a reform agenda in which mathematics is embedded in national, high stakes A-level science qualification... Read More about Assessing mathematics within advanced school science qualifications.

Do advanced mathematics skills predict success in biology and chemistry degrees? (2017)
Journal Article
Adkins, M., & Noyes, A. (2018). Do advanced mathematics skills predict success in biology and chemistry degrees?. International Journal of Science and Mathematics Education, 16(3), 487-502. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10763-016-9794-y

The mathematical preparedness of science undergraduates has been a subject of debate for some time. This paper investigates the relationship between school mathematics attainment and degree outcomes in biology and chemistry across England, a much lar... Read More about Do advanced mathematics skills predict success in biology and chemistry degrees?.