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Table 9 Implications of science transition experiences

From: Mathematics and science across the transition from primary to secondary school: a systematic literature review

Implications of factors

Source of evidence

Impact on science achievement

Alspaugh, 1998; Bae & DeBusk-Lane, 2018; Morgan et al., 2016; Powell et al., 2006; Rice, 1997, 2001

Shifts in attitudes and motivation

Aker & Ellis, 2019; Anderhag et al., 2016; Barmby et al., 2008; Galton et al., 2003; Hasni et al., 2017; Logan & Skamp, 2008; Martin et al., 2020; Ohle et al., 2015; Reid & Skryabina, 2003; Senler & Sungur, 2009; Speering & Rennie, 1996; Trobst et al., 2016

Identity development

Barmby et al., 2008; DeWitt & Archer, 2015; DeWitt et al., 2014; Lofgran et al., 2015; Reid & Skryabina, 2003; Speering & Rennie, 1996; Trobst et al., 2016