This report provides information on the number and percentage of students retained in grade during the 1982-83 school term in the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). Data were analyzed from reports filed by all principals and from the LAUSD Racial and Ethnic Survey, Fall 1982. Children's centers, adult schools, occupational centers, and…

This report provides information on the number and percentage of students retained in grade during the 1983-84 school term in the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). Data were analyzed from reports filed by all principals and from the LAUSD Racial and Ethnic Survey, Fall 1983. Children's centers, adult schools, occupational centers, and…

Explains and presents the results of a survey that asked teachers to rank in importance, and provide time spent on, broad topics (rise of fascism) and related subtopics (Hitler's approach to power). Two-hundred four K-12 teachers responded and provided personal information such as gender and class period length. (MJP)

Utilizes a survey of K-12 teachers in South Korea to ascertain methods and approaches to teaching about World War II. The survey asked teachers to rank in importance, and provide time spent on, broad subjects and related subtopics. Personal information included gender, class period length, and course name. (MJP)

Presents the results of the original "Teaching About World War II" survey conducted with junior high social studies teachers in Japan. The teachers generally condemned Japan's military conduct and favored a variety of instructional materials and strategies. Includes questionnaire, tables, and graphs. (MJP)