ERIC Number: EJ1372168
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2022
Pages: 23
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Building Strength in Chicago: Setting the Local and National Computer Science Agendas
Johnson, Mark; Wachen, John; McGee, Steven
Journal of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies, v6 n2 Fall 2022
We used Manna's theory on borrowing strength to examine the influence of local and national idea champions seeking to broaden the participation of K-12 students in computer science. Concepts from Manna's model were applied to analyze interview data gathered from idea champions at the national and local levels. We identified examples of borrowing strength that not only highlighted the importance of individual policy entrepreneurs but also elevated the importance of community building. We introduce the concept of building strength to highlight how idea champions strategically supported capacity-building activities at a different level in the federal system prior to borrowing strength.
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Elementary School Students, High School Students, Computer Science Education, Student Participation, Influences, Adoption (Ideas), Local Issues, Capacity Building, Public Schools, Educational Policy, Federal Aid, Federal Programs, Advocacy
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Elementary Secondary Education; Elementary Education; High Schools; Secondary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Illinois (Chicago)
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