ICPS

2019 International Convention of Psychological Science

Inequities in Children's Educational Success: Individual, Family, School, and Community Drivers

Friday, March 8, 2019 · Paris, France

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Rising levels of economic and educational inequities have raised concerns regarding equal access to and benefits from quality educational opportunities. This symposium uses data from Australia and the U.S. to address how child, family, and community characteristics drive inequities in the development of key academic skills among children.

Chairs & Discussants

  • Rebekah ColeyChair
    Boston College

Presentations

  1. Non-Cognitive Skills Profiles and Academic Outcomes Among Australian Disadvantaged StudentsNam Tran
  2. What Are Students Missing When They Are Absent from School?Kirsten Hancock
  3. Why Do SES Achievement Gaps Grow Faster during Summer Versus School Months?Rebekah Coley