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Peer reviewedSchnitz, James E.; Diem, Richard A. – Illinois School Research and Development, 1980
This article describes a reading inservice program for secondary social studies teachers conducted in the Harlandale (Texas) Independent School District in 1977. Need for the inservice, project activities, and the effectiveness of the training in changing teaching styles and improving students' social studies and reading scores are discussed. (SJL)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Content Area Reading, Inservice Teacher Education, Program Effectiveness
Peer reviewedConran, Patricia C.; Chase, Aurora – Illinois School Research and Development, 1983
Describes a successful teacher inservice program based on the following elements: (1) a partnership among school and community personnel, (2) strong administrative leadership, (3) participant ownership and involvement, (4) quality trainers, and (5) evaluation and follow up. (FL)
Descriptors: Administrator Role, Educational Quality, Elementary Secondary Education, Inservice Teacher Education
Peer reviewedHanes, Madlyn Levine – Illinois School Research and Development, 1985
Argues that educational planning is an occupational legacy and that all teachers, given the proper support and resources, can become self-reliant in planning for change, thereby perpetuating the staff development efforts of a school district. (FL)
Descriptors: Administrator Role, Educational Improvement, Educational Philosophy, Educational Planning
