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Black, Susan – Executive Educator, 1994
Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences posits that individuals are somewhat intelligent in linguistic, musical, logical-mathematical, spatial, bodily-kinesthetic, interpersonal, and intrapersonal areas. Standardized tests measure only language and math skills. Multiple-intelligence-based pilot projects include Indianapolis's Flow Room,…
Descriptors: Cognitive Style, Elementary Secondary Education, Intelligence, Memorization
Black, Susan – American School Board Journal, 1992
Research indicates that token rewards of students have negative consequences. Using this as an example, school board members who are asked to support proposals for new programs should refuse to consider programs not grounded in substantive research and to expect staff members to develop a program-planning process that includes indepth research…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Board of Education Role, Educational Research, Elementary Secondary Education