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Blake, Sally – Science and Children, 1993
Presents research data that demonstrates current disparities in science proficiency among subgroups defined by gender and race. Discusses differences in achievement, science experiences out of school, and academic support. Presents seven guidelines for structuring science activities that motivate and respond to the interests of all students. (19…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Elementary Education, Equal Education, Females
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Sammons, Pamela – British Educational Research Journal, 1995
Follows up an earlier age cohort study done in the 1980s. Discovered that, although differences in achievement related to gender and socioeconomic factors remained consistent and generally increased over time, greater change was found in patterns of ethnic differences. Discusses possible explanations for the findings and implications for…
Descriptors: Cohort Analysis, Educational Attainment, Educational Experience, Educational Research
Armstrong, Sara – 1995
This document discusses the benefits of telecommunications in education and provides information on how to implement an educational telecommunications program. The book is organized into six sections. The first gives an overview of telecommunications and notes reasons for going online. The second section examines factors such as how the classroom…
Descriptors: Class Activities, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Benefits, Educational Equipment
Nakanishi, Don T., Ed.; Nishida, Tina Yamano, Ed. – 1995
In recent years a body of research has begun to emerge to document, analyze, and offer practical suggestions and policy-oriented recommendations on the contemporary and historical educational experiences and issues of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders. Among the many factors that contributed to the prior neglect of these issues was the…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Asian Americans, Cultural Differences, Educational Experience
Leach, Sue; Moss, Carole – 1993
This handbook contains questions and guidelines to help teachers and administrators of further education, especially in England, to develop and implement courses for adults. The eight sections of the guide cover the following topics: (1) introduction--using the guidelines and updating; (2) checklist questions, including topics such as setting up a…
Descriptors: Access to Education, Adults, Check Lists, Continuing Education
Millard, Richard M. – 1991
This book examines seven families of myths about postsecondary educational concerns in order to advance the thesis that the evolution of higher education should be accelerated to meet the conditions of a changing world. Chapter One reviews some of the changing conditions and criticisms that are part of the current higher education environment.…
Descriptors: College Curriculum, Colleges, Educational Change, Educational Philosophy
Fredman, Alice, Ed. – 1990
This book presents reports on selected "local action" projects that were developed as part of the Equity in Technology Project, which was inaugurated in 1985 by the Educational Computer Consortium of Ohio (ECCO). The book is organized into three sections, one for each of the populations targeted by the project. An introduction by Alice Fredman…
Descriptors: Access to Education, Computer Assisted Instruction, Educational Discrimination, Elementary Secondary Education
Bitters, Barbara A.; Foxwell, Susan – 1990
This publication presents district administrators and staff with a model for developing and implementing a career/vocational equity program. Chapter 1 presents an overview of the model and suggests a program framework. Chapters 2 through 5 address the first four of five phases of the model. Chapter 2 provides background and information needed to…
Descriptors: Career Education, Educational Planning, Equal Education, Females
Kober, Nancy – 2001
This report provides educational stakeholders with information about how to close the achievement gap in education. Researchers reviewed several analyses of test score data and various studies of the gap and its causes. Part 1 contains background information and discusses why this gap has become such a critical issue, reviews basic principles, and…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Academic Standards, Data Interpretation, Educational Policy
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Foster, Gail Edghill – Journal of Negro Education, 1989
Advances the following premises: (1) the thinking skills of low achievers should be cultivated as much as those of high achievers; (2) low achievers can be taught higher order thinking skills; and (3) the cultivation of effective thinking skills is at least as important as mastery of basics. Presents five recommendations for change. (AF)
Descriptors: Basic Skills, Critical Thinking, Curriculum Development, Disadvantaged Schools
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Brown, Sharon; And Others – Strategies, 1996
Presents suggestions to help physical educators treat all students equally and avoid unconsciously making inequitable gender-based statements and practicing other gender discrimination. Suggestions include encouraging girls to talk more, praising girls' performance and boys' appearance, using gender-neutral language, not stereotyping either sex,…
Descriptors: Elementary School Students, Elementary School Teachers, Elementary Secondary Education, Equal Education
Runnymede Trust, London (England). – 1995
This book's purpose is to help teachers and administrators in British schools review their schools in order to provide a high quality education for every student regardless of ethnic or racial identity or cultural tradition and work towards removing prejudice, harassment, and discrimination. The British legal framework pertaining to equal…
Descriptors: Access to Education, Administrators, Citizenship Education, Educational Legislation
Wellesley Coll., MA. Center for Research on Women. – 1992
This bibliography focuses on girls in public schools from preschool through 12th grade. Some citations referring to research on college students have been included because they have particular relevance for earlier schooling. The citations are arranged by topic headings. Each topic heading contains five categories: (1) books and book chapters, (2)…
Descriptors: Educational Discrimination, Educational Research, Elementary School Students, Elementary Secondary Education
Slater-Hill, Rhonda; Boyett, Melissa – 1993
This guide is designed to provide teachers with information about achieving sex equity in their classrooms and in helping students avoid sex bias when planning their careers. The following topics are covered: the teacher's role in a bias-free classroom; issues of equity for teachers; teachers' influence on the classroom learning center; tech prep…
Descriptors: Attitude Measures, Career Planning, Classroom Techniques, Equal Education
Dadzie, Stella – 1993
This guide identifies the key skills for the delivery of education and training for black adult learners in Britain. It provides a rich resource of examples of good practice and case studies of innovative approaches to policy development, curriculum, and support. Each section is structured to include introductory comments to clarify current…
Descriptors: Admission Criteria, Adult Education, Adult Students, Affirmative Action
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