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Download full textAlves-Zervos, K. L., Ed.; Shafer, J. R., Ed. – 1993
This six-article document examines the research base that can be used in formulating plans to improve the chances of schooling success for all students. Each article summarizes well-confirmed knowledge in a particular area, giving attention first to the research literature, and then to the tested experiences and practices of leading professionals.…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Disadvantaged Youth, Economically Disadvantaged, Educational Research
Frazer, Linda; Ligon, Glynn – 1991
This paper describes a methodology for the evaluation of dropout prevention programs, for calculating dropout rates, and for comparing alternative programs equitably. A first step involves developing a hierarchy of criteria for evaluating programs. These criteria are used to obtain dropout risk probability for individuals and groups and types of…
Descriptors: Dropout Characteristics, Dropout Prevention, Dropout Programs, Dropout Rate
Fernando, Fernandez R. – 1989
This document, presented in chart essay form, reports findings of a study of the individual, family, school, and community characteristics of Hispanic ninth grade students enrolled in predominantly minority high schools in major American cities in 1986-87. The findings represent an essential firt step in ascertaining why Hispanic students stay in…
Descriptors: Community Characteristics, Dropout Research, Family Characteristics, Grade 9
Ascher, Carol – 1988
Collaborations between high schools and colleges have emerged during the 1980s as a means to increase enrollments and academic success of low-income minorities in higher education although their benefits have yet to be clearly demonstrated. This review surveys the literature on the effectiveness of these collaboratives. The report is comprised of…
Descriptors: Access to Education, Articulation (Education), College School Cooperation, Disadvantaged Youth
Fernandez, Ricardo R.; Velez, William – 1989
This document combines a review of the literature on Hispanic high school dropouts and urban dropout prevention initiatives with an analysis of the findings of a study of the individual, family, school, and community characteristics of Hispanic ninth grade students in predominantly minority high schools in American cities. The study was designed…
Descriptors: Dropout Characteristics, Dropout Research, Dropouts, Grade 9
Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquent Prevention (Dept. of Justice), Washington, DC. – 1999
This report presents the collective results of studies funded under the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention congressional directive. The studies confirm that young African-American males are disproportionately involved as offenders and victims of violence, that firearms play a large role in juvenile violence, and that gang…
Descriptors: At Risk Persons, Behavior Problems, Black Youth, Delinquency
