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Robbins, Jan C. – Religion and Public Education, 1988
Discusses the impact of the Equal Access Act (1984) on the secondary school. Examines those court cases which served as the precursors of this act. Notes that the extent of participation by religious groups in an open forum remains to be seen. (KO)
Descriptors: Court Litigation, Public Schools, Religion, Religious Factors

Warshaw, Thayer S. – Religion and Public Education, 1988
Describes recent court decisions which have affected equal access to open forums within schools. Reports that there is much confusion surrounding equal access as defined by the courts. Notes that indecision regarding the constitutionality of equal access has led to a flurry of action by schools. Lists questions facing these schools in deciding…
Descriptors: Court Litigation, Public Schools, Religion, Religious Factors