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Peer reviewedFarley, Reynolds; Frey, William H. – American Sociological Review, 1994
Evaluates segregation patterns in 1990 and trends in segregation between 1980 and 1990 for 232 U.S. metropolitan areas with substantial black populations. Explanations for differences in metropolitan segregation involve the persistence of past influences maintaining segregation in old metropolitan areas, a high percentage of new housing, and white…
Descriptors: Attitude Change, Blacks, Comparative Analysis, Federal Legislation
Peer reviewedBoyd, William Lowe – Teachers College Record, 1991
Examines three categories of theories on educating disadvantaged students in ghetto schools: institutional deficiency, developmental deficiency, and cultural deficiency. The discussion focuses on problems and solutions within the schools and society. It stresses the need for community commitment, social change, and strong leadership to help…
Descriptors: Black Students, Compensatory Education, Cultural Differences, Educational Change
