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Zepka, William E. – 1985
The environment or climate of a school is determined by more than its physical characteristics. Among the other factors affecting school environment are the school's philosophy, students, communications, teachers, discipline, parents, support services, issuance of awards, and special programs. A positive school environment can be fostered by…
Descriptors: Community Support, Educational Environment, Elementary Education, Elementary School Students
Block, Alan W. – 1983
This review summarizes and analyzes the body of research on the characteristics of effective schools in addition to early input-output research, which implied that the determinants of student achievement lay chiefly outside the control of the schools. Chapter 1 discusses patterns in the results of input-output studies, including research…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Administrator Role, Community Support, Educational Administration
