Improving Slow Learners' Self-Esteem in Secondary Social Studies Classes.

Curtis, Charles K.; Shaver, James P.

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ERIC Number: EJ246377

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Publication Date: 1981

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Improving Slow Learners' Self-Esteem in Secondary Social Studies Classes.

Curtis, Charles K.; Shaver, James P.

Journal of Educational Research, v74 n4 p217-23 Mar-Apr 1981

A successful program was designed to increase the self-esteem of slow learners in secondary social studies classes. Aspects intended to affect self-esteem were: (1) the suitability of the method; (2) the intellectually challenging material and activities; and (3) the anticipated positive feedback from significant others. (Authors/JN)

Descriptors: Compensatory Education, Curriculum Development, Feedback, Motivation Techniques, Secondary Education, Self Actualization, Self Esteem, Slow Learners, Social Studies, Student Motivation

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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