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New CTE Model Is a Plus for Schools and Students
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Kantrov, Ilene – Phi Delta Kappan, 2015
The Academy of Information Technology and Robotics (AITR) in the Volusia County (Florida) Schools district is leading students to stronger academic gains and better preparation for college and career. AITR is a beefed-up version of the career academy model that began in Philadelphia in 1969. The strengths of AITR exemplify the features of career…
Descriptors: Models, Educational Practices, Improvement Programs, Career Academies
Re-Envisioning the Role of Universities in Early Childhood Teacher Education: Community Partnerships for 21st-Century Learning
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Kennedy, Adam S.; Heineke, Amy – Journal of Early Childhood Teacher Education, 2014
Despite contrasting views on the overlap of early childhood education and teacher education, opportunities abound for expanding the role of early childhood educators in broader teacher education discourse. University-based early childhood education and kindergarten-through-grade-12 teacher education share purposes, philosophies, and resources that…
Descriptors: Early Childhood Education, Teacher Education Programs, College Role, Universities
Community Service: Learning through an Earth Science Fair.
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Francek, Mark – Journal of College Science Teaching, 2003
Describes the implementation and assessment of a service learning project involving an earth science fair. Points out that service learning provides a novel learning experience. (DDR)
Descriptors: Earth Science, Higher Education, Learning Strategies, School Community Programs
Student Action in the Community.
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Donovan, Erin – Update on Law-Related Education, 1995
Contends that there is a perception that young people are angry, and responsible for the growing violence problem. Asserts that young people need educational programs that teach them how to be safe and programs that provide opportunities to apply this information to their schools and communities. (CFR)
Descriptors: Community Action, Course Descriptions, Crime, Crime Prevention
Mental Maps: A Tool for Thinking about Community and School Violence. Teaching Strategy.
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Miller, Barbara – Update on Law-Related Education, 1995
Contends that mental mapping of school and community violence provides a concrete picture of youth perspectives on violence. Presents a lesson plan to help students analyze violence issues and develop community service projects. Includes student objectives, step-by-step instructional procedures, and a student handout. (CFR)
Descriptors: Class Activities, Crime, Experiential Learning, Group Activities
Crime and Community Schools Program. Student Forum.
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Kopecky, Frank – Update on Law-Related Education, 1995
Presents information and materials for conducting a student forum on crime and community schools. Provides instructions for students and teachers. Includes student roles and a community questionnaire designed to be completed and sent to the American Bar Association. (CFR)
Descriptors: Active Learning, Antisocial Behavior, Class Activities, Community Surveys
Service Learning: Making a Difference in the Community.
McPherson, Kate – Schools in the Middle, 1997
Describes six community-based service-learning projects that are available to students as an alternative learning environment. Presents goals of service learning, including academic development, civic responsibility, personal development, social responsibility, career development, and ethical development. Discusses research indicating that…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Career Development, Citizenship Responsibility, Community Services