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English/Language Arts Teachers Take an Introspective Look: Implications of a Survey of Elementary Teachers.
Emond, Susie; And Others – 1983
To determine the characteristics of, problems with, and teachers' attitudes toward the elementary language arts curriculum, a survey was distributed to 160 elementary teachers (101 teachers responded; 86 females and 15 males--a 63% rate of return). Results showed that teachers perceived no difficulties communicating either with other teachers…
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Curriculum Evaluation, Discipline, Dramatics
Average Non-Verbally Oriented Adolescents--An At-Risk Population in Our Schools. Implications for Teachers of Black Students.
Byrd-Smith, LaVerne – 1989
One population at risk of academic failure comprises students who are of average ability, but who score significantly higher in nonverbal aptitude than verbal aptitude. Careful identification and instructional intervention can help these students to perform better. The findings of two studies are presented. The first study was conducted in 1964…
Descriptors: Black Students, Cognitive Ability, Elementary Education, Grade 6
Analyzing Distributions in School Effects Research: An Empirical Illustration.
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Namboodiri, Krishnan; And Others – Sociology of Education, 1993
Presents a procedure for analyzing statistical data involving distributions that is more informative about causal and other relationships. Finds test scores were affected positively by increased time on task, teachers with higher educational attainment, and better school facilities. (CFR)
Descriptors: Administrators, Educational Environment, Educational Research, Higher Education