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Letson, John W. – Compact, 1970
Describes Atlanta's year-round schools. (LR)
Descriptors: Extended School Year, Program Descriptions, Quarter System, Year Round Schools
Blanton, Jack – Compact, 1971
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Educational Problems, Extended School Year, Quarter System
McLain, John D. – Compact, 1970
Descriptors: Extended School Year, Flexible Scheduling, Program Descriptions, Quarter System
McGraw, Pat – Compact, 1973
Describes the concept of year-round schools and examines several programs including the quarter system plan in Atlanta, the 45-15 plan in Illinois, and a Colorado plan entitled Concept 6'', where students alternate 43 days of vacation with 86 days of school. (DN)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Educational Change, Program Descriptions, Quarter System