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Direct linkHill, Paul; Johnston, Mike – Phi Delta Kappan, 2010
New forms of schooling are emerging, driven by new technology, the recession, and public sector innovation, as well as the commitment to attain standards. Three of these new forms are virtual schooling, hybrid schools, and broker schools. While still fairly rare, these schools could become the norm if the regulatory and funding barriers to their…
Descriptors: Educational Methods, Educational Development, State Regulation, Public Schools
Shiman, David A.; Mwiria, Kilemi – Phi Delta Kappan, 1987
The Harambee schools make up 75 percent of all secondary schools in Kenya, but only 7 percent of students enrolled in the University of Nairobi have attended these schools. Describes a typical Harambee school in Uvumbi and discusses serious problems schools are experiencing throughout Kenya, despite correct recognition that education is major…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Comparative Education, Educational Development, Educational Finance
Joyce, Bruce; Showers, Beverly – Phi Delta Kappan, 1987
The Motilal Nehru School of Sports in India has a three-fold mission: (a) students will be dedicated to improving Indian society and societies throughout the world; (b) students will be prepared for Indian and foreign universities; and (c) students will develop their bodies and represent India in international athletic competitions. (MD)
Descriptors: Classroom Environment, Comparative Education, Educational Development, Educational Innovation
Doll, Russell C. – Phi Delta Kappan, 1971
Explores the basic characteristics of the slum school as a social institution, and examines the relevance of sociological categories for institution building in education. (JF)
Descriptors: Administrative Organization, Educational Change, Educational Development, Educational Innovation
Barnhardt, Ray; Barnhardt, Carol – Phi Delta Kappan, 1983
The role of technology in rural Alaskan education is described in relation to seven problems: remoteness; limited curricula; small, multigraded classes; imbedded cultural traditions; dispersed management structures; inadequate training opportunities; and high cost. The issues of control, standardization, and scale are also discussed. (PB)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Educational Development, Educational Innovation, Educational Technology
Wayson, William W. – Phi Delta Kappan, 1971
Describes a Syracuse, New York, school that removed bureaucratic restraints by emphasizing ends rather than means and by centering responsibility and authority within the school building. (JF)
Descriptors: Administrator Responsibility, Educational Development, Educational Innovation, Inner City
Raywid, Mary Anne – Phi Delta Kappan, 1983
The Project on Alternatives in Education (1981) on North American alternative schools shows the movement's steady growth, high staff morale and control, and attendance. Factors contributing to success: smallness, choice, extended roles, relative autonomy, continuing evaluation, and teacher participation. Teacher/student relationship and positive…
Descriptors: Educational Development, Educational Environment, Educational Improvement, Educational Innovation
