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Rimm, Sylvia; Olenchak, F. Richard – Gifted Child Today (GCT), 1991
The TRIFOCAL Model for curing underachievement syndrome is presented and is related to the Future Problem Solving (FPS) program, specifically the steps that involve changing expectations, role model identification, and changing reinforcements at school. A case study is presented of an underachieving sixth grade student who became actively engaged…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Creativity, Elementary Secondary Education, Expectation
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Twale, Darla J.; And Others – Higher Education, 1992
A study of seven diverse professional schools suggests that, although a variety of strategies (e.g., early identification, preprofessional contact, resocialization of faculty and matriculated students, and support services) can produce successful affirmative action for women and minority students, a concise, directed program geared to the school's…
Descriptors: Affirmative Action, Case Studies, College Faculty, College Students