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Baldwin, Fred D. – Appalachia, 1999
The Internet gives Appalachian students and teachers access to resources well beyond what libraries could provide or poor schools could afford. Focusing on Morgan County (Ohio) and Alvin C. York Institute (Fentress County, Tennessee), the benefits of Internet access are discussed, as well as efforts to provide three elements of access: adequate…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Educational Benefits, Elementary Secondary Education, Faculty Development
Hoffman, Carl – Appalachia, 1996
In 18 Appalachian Tennessee counties, an aggressive "war on illiteracy" recruits former dropouts to GED (high school equivalency) classes, literacy classes for those with grade 8-9 reading level, and basic skills classes. People who almost finished high school may earn diplomas through approved adult classes. Classes are taught by…
Descriptors: Adult Education, Adult Literacy, Dropout Programs, High School Equivalency Programs
Casto, James E. – Appalachia, 1996
A number of Appalachian initiatives aim to recruit rural doctors. West Virginia's three medical schools require all students to spend time working in rural clinics, where they develop an understanding of and connections to rural communities. In two rural Tennessee counties, East Tennessee State University maintains teaching medical practices…
Descriptors: Clinical Experience, Clinics, Community Health Services, Field Experience Programs
