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Peer reviewedOakes, Jeannie; Wells, Amy Stuart – Educational Leadership, 1998
Researchers followed the progress of 10 restructured secondary schools as they "detracked" their curriculum. Most schools abolished low-level courses in favor of regular classes with honors options. Two middle schools developed a common curriculum; some high schools required all students to pass benchmark classes. Others created opportunities for…
Descriptors: Ability Grouping, Academic Achievement, Benchmarking, Core Curriculum
