Ronny Scherer|Jens F. Beckmann
The acquisition of problem solving competence: evidence from 41 countries that math and science education matters
University of Oslo|Durham University
basis problem solving educational outcome point view analyse contribution math science competence analytical problemsolving competence link acquisition problem solving competence coherence math science education propose concept mathscience coherence explore whether society curriculum schoolrelated factors confound relation problem solving using pisa 2003 data set 41 countries apply multilevel regression confounder analyses investigate effects country results show 1 math science competence significantly contribute problem solving across countries 2 mathscience coherence significantly related problem solving competence 3 countryspecific characteristics confound relation 4 mathscience coherence linked capability underutilisation based science performance less math performance sum low problem solving scores seem result impeded transfer subjectspecific knowledge skills ie underutilisation science capabilities acquisition problem solving competence characterised low levels mathscience coherence