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Mechanic, David – Society, 1990
Argues that culture change or modification of the social structure is necessary for effective health promotion because health behavior is closely tied to basic group structures and processes. Examines the health attitudes of Mormons, low income and minority groups, and developing Islamic nations, emphasizing attitudes towards education and women.…
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Cultural Differences, Health Education, Health Promotion
Clauset, Karl; Frederick, Judith – Equity and Choice, 1984
Suggests how parents can assess a school's effectiveness by examining criterion referenced standardized achievement test results. Discusses (1) which test results will be used, (2) how the data should be analyzed, and (3) into what groups students should be separated to compare test results. (GC)
Descriptors: Achievement Tests, Comparative Analysis, Criterion Referenced Tests, Differences
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Herrnstein, R. J. – Public Interest, 1990
Reviews the 1989 report, "A Common Destiny: Blacks and American Society," which examines the anticipated and unanticipated consequences of initiatives since 1940 to improve the Blacks' social position. Criticizes the report for omitting evidence concerning racial differences in intelligence and criminal activity at the individual level. (FMW)
Descriptors: Attribution Theory, Blacks, Book Reviews, Criminals
Davenport, Joseph, III; Davenport, Judith A. – Human Services in the Rural Environment, 1984
Presents a brief overview of four sociological theories concerning rural-urban differences: classical, determinist, compositional, and subcultural. Draws implications and applications for social workers and human service personnel. Suggests development of a typology which would include such components as theoretical orientation, roles of workers,…
Descriptors: Delivery Systems, Human Services, Rural Population, Rural Urban Differences
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Ford, Donna Y.; And Others – Journal of Educational Thought/Revue de la Pensee Educative, 1994
Presents a literature review on the achievement problems of Black students, with particular emphasis on the problems of high-achieving Black students, the effects of peer pressure on achievement, and the phenomenon of acting "white" or "raceless." Offers recommendations for educators, parents, community leaders, and others interested in reversing…
Descriptors: Blacks, Conformity, Cultural Differences, Education
Ransom, Jana M. – Parks and Recreation, 1996
This article describes activities of the Homeland Neighborhood Cultural Center (Long Beach, California) which is located in the most culturally diverse section of the city and provides accessible artistic outlets for individuals and groups traditionally excluded from art establishments. Program development, staff, activities, and relationship to…
Descriptors: Art, Arts Centers, Community Centers, Community Programs
Weischadle, David E. – Performance and Instruction, 1984
Summarizes results of a survey of training professionals conducted to determine their perceptions of teachers' competencies and ability to function as trainers in business. Respondents' suggestions to teachers on preparation for the training field are summarized, as well as their perceptions of the differences between training and teaching. (MBR)
Descriptors: Career Change, Employment Opportunities, Industrial Training, Occupational Surveys
Enerson, Meryl; Tumey, Deborah – Videodisc and Optical Disc, 1984
A controlled experiment studying effects of adding voice-over sound to a silent electronic text service tested program acceptability and memory retention. Results indicate no significant differences in ratings for acceptability although the test for memory retention resulted in significantly higher scores for the sound group on recall and…
Descriptors: Illustrations, Intermode Differences, Literature Reviews, Media Research
Kemerer, Richard W.; Wahlstrom, Merlin – Performance and Instruction, 1984
Presents results of a study of 198 middle managers which was conducted to determine how age relates to competence as assessed by tests following instructional training, and identifies issues regarding test use in assessing employee competence. Results indicate there is a trend for older adults to obtain poorer test scores. (MBR)
Descriptors: Age Differences, Analysis of Variance, Competence, Educational Research
Thomas, Jeffrey – Humanities, 1992
Reports increases in the numbers of humanities doctorates awarded in the 1989-90 school year. Observes that the 3,820 degrees awarded marked the highest number of the decade. Notes that, although more doctorates were obtained in foreign language, history, and English, there were fewer for linguistics, philosophy, and art history. (SG)
Descriptors: Course Selection (Students), Doctoral Degrees, Employment Opportunities, Ethnic Groups
McKenna, Francis E. – Rural Development Perspectives, 1985
Reports results of a 1982 survey of suburban and rural local governments in Maryland, which showed that cable television in rural areas is generally inferior to that in the suburbs, providing less revenue for local governments and poorer services. Advises local officials how to improve their current cable arrangements. (JHZ)
Descriptors: Cable Television, Community Services, Community Surveys, Federal Legislation
Reeder, Richard J. – Rural Development Perspectives, 1987
Provides extensive information about where nonmetro governments get their revenue and how they spend it. Shows that between 1977 and 1982 nonmetro local governments raised additional revenue from local sources, increasing the fiscal pressure on their communities. Graphs compare metro and nonmetro revenues, spending, and debt. (JHZ)
Descriptors: Debt (Financial), Economic Factors, Expenditures, Federal Aid
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Collins, Lenore – New England Journal of History, 1992
Describes the recent influx of immigrants from the nations of the former Soviet Union. Presents information about reasons for their emigration and difficulties encountered upon settlement in the United States. Recommends that schools and colleges develop programs to ease the transition for these new students and their families. (CFR)
Descriptors: Acculturation, Cultural Differences, Cultural Pluralism, Elementary Secondary Education
Riechers, Maggie – Humanities, 1994
Presents an overview of the approach and current exhibits at the Boston Children's Museum. Describes the Japan Program, a permanent exhibit, illustrating the blending of traditional and modern Japan. Outlines the development of the Native American exhibit and future plans for a floating urban education center. (CFR)
Descriptors: American Indian Culture, Cultural Differences, Cultural Pluralism, Educational Strategies
Glasgow, Nina; Beale, Calvin L. – Rural Development Perspectives, 1985
Examines general demographic, social, and economic situation of older rural people and how their conditons do or do not differ from those of older urbanites. Contrasts migration trends, living arrangements, income, housing, transportation, communication, and health. Figures and tables provide population, residency, living arrangement, and poverty…
Descriptors: Community Satisfaction, Health Needs, Housing Needs, Middle Aged Adults
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