The Condition of the Diverse Regions of Rural America.

Stephens, E. Robert

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Publication Date: 1992

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The Condition of the Diverse Regions of Rural America.

Stephens, E. Robert

Journal of Research in Rural Education, v8 n1 p1-13 Win 1992

Critiques the popular view of rural United States and presents various systems for classifying rural counties. Describes six major socioeconomic and political trends affecting rural areas. Hypothesizes the effects of the six major trends on types of nonmetro counties using the typology which classifies nonmetro counties based on primary economic activity. Contains numerous tables. (KS)

Descriptors: Classification, Elementary Secondary Education, Fiscal Capacity, Government Role, Political Influences, Population Trends, Public Policy, Rural Areas, Rural Economics, Rural Education, Socioeconomic Influences, Trend Analysis

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Language: English

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IES Cited: ED497221

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