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Peer reviewedBear, George G.; Proctor, Willis A. – Exceptionality: A Research Journal, 1990
This study found that 47 mildly handicapped third graders in a full-time integrated program, Team Approach to Mastery (TAM), experienced greater achievement gains than 31 students in resource rooms, though differences were significant only in math. Nonhandicapped TAM students (n=176) made greater gains than mildly handicapped TAM students and…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Comparative Analysis, Educational Methods, Mainstreaming
Peer reviewedMastropieri, Margo A.; Scruggs, Thomas E. – Remedial and Special Education (RASE), 1994
The science curricula in grades K-6 in 4 school districts from 4 states are analyzed and compared. Two districts employ a content approach using textbooks as the dominant medium, whereas the other two employ a hands-on approach using manipulative activities and thematic units. Implications for students with disabilities are considered. (Author/PB)
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Disabilities, Educational Methods, Elementary Education
Download full textBrigham, Thomas A.; And Others – 1994
This paper describes an academic assistance program designed to help ethnic minority students adjust to the demands of university life and succeed both academically and personally. The Excel program has three major components: a two-semester, two-credit core seminar; weekly instructional support groups; and peer led tutorial/discussion groups. The…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Academic Advising, College Freshmen, Comparative Analysis
