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Christie, Kathy – Phi Delta Kappan, 2004
This article summarizes the efforts of legislators in studying up on what they might do to affect how well kids learn after the summer break. Some of the legislators' work leaned toward improving students' health, while some targeted dropouts or civic education. Most of the capitol-dome work appears to have matched the typical garden: a few…
Descriptors: Achievement Tests, State Legislation, Eating Habits, Citizenship Education
Jackson, Edwin L. – 1978
The student's kit and teacher's manual provide a framework for secondary students to simulate the functionings of Georgia's General Assembly. Objectives of the simulation are to help students: (1) experience the forces and conflicts involved in lawmaking, (2) learn about the role of legislators, (3) understand and discuss issues facing citizens,…
Descriptors: Civics, Conflict Resolution, Decision Making Skills, Discussion
