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Alternative to Failure: A Junior High School Language Development-Based Curriculum.

Despain, A. Dale; Simon, Charlann S. – Journal of Childhood Communication Disorders, 1987

The article describes the first three years of a pilot program that identifies at-risk sixth graders prior to junior high entrance. In smaller sections of junior high science, social studies, and English classes, teachers incorporate communication and study skills into course content using "effective schools" research, learning strategy…

Descriptors: Class Size, Communication Skills, Demonstration Programs, High Risk Students

The Educational Effects of a State Supported Reduced Class Size Program: A Comprehensive Evaluation of Indiana's Project PRIME TIME at the North Gibson School Corporation.

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Gilman, David Alan; And Others – Contemporary Education, 1988

After describing the pros and cons of reduced class size, this article evaluates the effectiveness of a pilot project sponsored by the Indiana Department of Education to reduce the size of its primary grade classes. Methodology and results are presented and discussed. (JL)

Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Class Size, Demonstration Programs, Educational Environment

OPERATIONAL RETRIEVAL, THE BASIC EDUCATION COMPONENT OF EXPERIMENTAL AND DEMONSTRATION PROJECTS (E/D) FOR DISADVANTAGED YOUTHS.

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SEXTON, PATRICIA CAYO

IN THIS STUDY OF EXPERIMENTAL AND DEMONSTRATION BASIS EDUCATION PROJECTS FOR DISADVANTAGED YOUTHS, VISITS WERE MADE TO THE JOB UPGRADING PROJECT (NORTH RICHMOND, CALIFORNIA), THE MAYOR'S YOUTH EMPLOYMENT PROJECT (DETROIT), THE LANE COUNTY YOUTH PROJECT (EUGENE, OREGON), JOB OPPORTUNITIES, THROUGH BETTER SKILLS (CHICAGO), THE YMCA…

Descriptors: Adult Basic Education, Audiovisual Aids, Blacks, Class Size