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Lori Pierce Boyd – ProQuest LLC, 2021
The history of education in the United States has been a contentious one. This holds true for science education in Georgia. Throughout history, there has been much debate on what should be taught and how it should be taught. There have been many influences on education including politics, economics, religion, and immigration. This multi-method…
Descriptors: Secondary Education, Science Education, Science Curriculum, Academic Standards
Johns, Stephanie – District Administration, 2010
Kathy Cox, the superintendent of schools for Georgia, believes "excellence is not an accident". She made a name for herself by winning $1 million proving she was smarter than a fifth-grader on a popular television show. This article presents a profile of Cox, her family, her role as school superintendent, and her accomplishments.…
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Graduation Requirements, Superintendents, Profiles
Atlanta Public Schools, GA. – 1968
With the beginning of the 1968-69 school term, the Atlanta Public Schools implemented the four-quarter plan for reorganization of the secondary school curriculum. The year is divided into four quarters of approximately the same length. Pupils were compelled to attend the first three quarters of the 1968-69 term. Fourth quarter attendance is…
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Financial Problems, Graduation Requirements, Quarter System
Stewart, Denise B. – 1990
The guide is intended to help Georgia educators develop curricula for students with mild to severe educational handicaps. Topics briefly addressed include: differing needs of secondary-aged handicapped students; accommodating the range of handicapping conditions; determining content, materials, instructional sequence and means of evaluating…
Descriptors: Agency Cooperation, Curriculum Development, Education Work Relationship, Educational Needs
Georgia State Dept. of Education, Atlanta. Office of Administrative Services. – 1984
In May 1983, the Georgia Board of Education identified six tasks to be pursued in an attempt to improve education in the public schools: (1) strengthen high school graduation requirements; (2) establish statewide promotion guidelines for at least one grade in elementary school (the 3rd grade was chosen); (3) implement merit or differential pay for…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Administrative Change, College Bound Students, Curriculum Development
Georgia State Dept. of Education, Atlanta. Office of Instructional Services. – 1986
The manual is intended to help local education agencies implement Georgia's laws for providing effective instructional programs for deaf-blind children. A definition and eligibility criteria for deaf-blind children are presented. A section discussing due process considers screening, referral, comprehensive evaluation, individualized education…
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Deaf Blind, Definitions, Delivery Systems
Holmes, Wally S.; And Others – 1985
This curriculum guide is intended to provide vocational teachers, supervisors, administrators, and counselors with a suggested model for organizing a course in general marketing. Discussed first are the philosophy, purpose, and objectives of the course. Second, course admissions and recruitment procedures are outlined. Included in the next three…
Descriptors: Admission Criteria, Business Skills, Classroom Techniques, Competency Based Education
Georgia Univ., Athens. Div. of Vocational Education. – 1985
This curriculum guide is intended to provide vocational teachers, supervisors, administrators, and counselors with a suggested model for organizing a course in electromechanical technology. Discussed first are the philosophy, purpose, and objectives of the course. Second, course admissions and recruitment procedures are outlined. Included in the…
Descriptors: Admission Criteria, Classroom Techniques, Competency Based Education, Criterion Referenced Tests