Chat with AIExam 10: Quasi-Experimental Approaches to Outcome Evaluation
Suppose that the North Dakota state legislature raised the high school requirements for mathematics in an effort to assure their citizens had a better chance to gain admission to more selective colleges. Further suppose that the legislature of South Dakota adopted the identical requirement two years later. Explain which quasi-experimental design you would use to evaluate the outcomes of the changes in standards. What negative side effects might be observed among high school students?
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Answered by Examlex AI CopilotThe quasi-experimental design that could be used to evaluate the outcomes of the changes in standards would be a nonequivalent control group design. In this design, researchers would compare the academic performance and college admission rates of high school students in North Dakota (the treatment group) with those in South Dakota (the control group) before and after the implementation of the higher mathematics requirements.
One potential negative side effect that might be observed among high school students is increased stress and anxiety. The higher mathematics requirements could lead to added pressure on students to perform well in these courses in order to meet the new standards for college admission. This could result in higher levels of stress, anxiety, and even burnout among students as they strive to meet the new academic expectations. Additionally, there may be an increase in dropout rates as some students may struggle to meet the new requirements and feel discouraged from continuing their education. It is important for policymakers and educators to consider these potential negative side effects and provide support and resources to help students cope with the increased academic demands.
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