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Peer reviewedPickard, Dawn; And Others – ERS Spectrum, 1994
The Bloomfield Hills (Michigan) Curriculum Development Model is designed to foster curriculum integration and community collaboration. Unique features include curriculum integration by linking discipline-based outcomes with broad, interdisciplinary "common learnings"; implementation of various curriculum integration models; compatibility…
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Community Involvement, Curriculum Development, Demonstration Programs
Peer reviewedPipkin, Robert; Yates, Denise – ERS Spectrum, 1992
The development of a multicultural center at Prospect Middle School in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, was a response to the increase of racism and bigotry. Academic performance for both African-American and white students has improved significantly, and overall suspension rates have dropped by nearly 50 percent. (MLF)
Descriptors: Cognitive Style, Community Involvement, Conflict Resolution, Cooperative Learning
Peer reviewedCheng, Maisy; Soudack, Avi – ERS Spectrum, 1994
Reviews the literature on education to reduce prejudice, and advocates a whole-school approach to countering racism and promoting equity. Urges comprehensive reforms in curriculum; classroom practices and teaching methods; teacher attitudes, behaviors, and expectations; hiring and promotion practices; racial harassment policies; student-assessment…
Descriptors: Administrator Role, Community Involvement, Cultural Pluralism, Curriculum Development
