Addresses the problem of why the millions of hard-core illiterate American adults are not being reached by adult basic education programs. Three factors are cited as frequent reasons for nonparticipation: (1) age, (2) satisfaction with present situation, and (3) poverty. (JOW)

It is argued that higher education increases inequality as it effects a considerable income redistribution in which the middle classes benefit greatly while the poor, in general, lose. Possible remedies and the potential for change in the regressive nature of the system are discussed. (EH)

Since Title I funds are distributed on the basis of poverty, the key to the fair allocation of such funds is a fair definition of poverty. In this speech, a Congressman describes how his proposed formula for distributing federal funds for educationally deprived children would mean more help for all these children across the country, including…

This document presents a bibliography of materials concerning issues in the education of the poor and minorities. Omitted from the listings are references to work still in progress and organizations which, although concerned with aspects of the subject, do not appear to be in a position to respond usefully to requests for printed information or…

To a large extent, quality education depends on the availability of teachers who inspire students to overcome academic or economic disadvantages. This article raises questions about the importance of leadership style of teachers of disadvantaged vocational students. (Author)

Discussed here is Christopher Jenck's book, Inequality. Topics addressed are massive funding, quality of life, small social effects, and diverse standards. [Available from Publications Branch, Education Department of Victoria, 234 Queensberry Street, Carlton 3053, Victoria, Australia]. (AM)

In April 1965 the Educational Research (now Resources) Information Center (ERIC) was delegated the responsibility of improving the availability of educational information, especially information about the disadvantaged. The purpose was to assist local education agencies to develop and implement their own programs for the disadvantaged and for all…

Community-based organizations provide special services and opportunities to women training for nontraditional occupations. (JOW)

Most women who maintain families have a strong commitment to the labor force but have lower average educational attainment and earnings, bringing them closer to poverty with each additional child. (JOW)

School districts should be allowed to dispense with labeling children as disadvantaged and to use the Title I support they receive in schools that have a high proportion of children from poor families. (Author/MLF)

Twelve compensatory education programs that service elementary and secondary school students in California are described in this report. The programs operate in districts that are eligible for Elementary and Secondary Education Act Title I funds. Each brief description includes background information, a discussion of program components, and the…

This article raises the question of whether Sesame Street could be a valuable learning device for children older than those for whom the program was designed as well as for children who are functioning below average for their ages. (Author/AM)