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The Non-Institutionalization of the Use of Self-Instructional Materials in Primary Schools in Jamaica: The Case of Project PRIMER.
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Jennings, Zellynne – Journal of Curriculum Studies, 1993
Asserts that many educational innovations introduced into developing nations from developed nations fail. Describes a project utilizing community involvement and individualized instruction that was introduced into Jamaica after successful development and implementation in the Philippines. Concludes that the project failed. (CFR)
Descriptors: Community Involvement, Cultural Context, Cultural Differences, Developing Nations
Civic Ideal into Practice: Democracy in the Elementary School. Curriculum Concerns.
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Wade, Rahima – Social Studies and the Young Learner, 1995
Maintains that the National Council for the Social Studies national standards advocate understanding of and participation in democratic citizenship by all students, including those at the elementary level. Provides recommendations for developing a democratic classroom and building a democratic school community. (CFR)
Descriptors: Citizenship Education, Classroom Environment, Classroom Techniques, Community Involvement