The analysis of the NLSCY data was directed at answering four main research questions.
- What is the relationship between family process variables, parental and child characteristics, and achievement outcomes for children in the elementary schools?
- Are there different family processes and family member characteristics that affect achievement for children at different ages within the elementary school?
- Are there different family processes and family member characteristics that affect achievement for boys versus girls within the elementary school?
- Does the pattern of variable relationships observed in the NLSCY data conform to that predicted by the Family-School Relationships Model?