Low versus High Expectations: A Review of Teacher Expectations Effects on Minority Students.

McCormick, Theresa E.; Noriega, Tino

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Publication Date: 1986

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Low versus High Expectations: A Review of Teacher Expectations Effects on Minority Students.

McCormick, Theresa E.; Noriega, Tino

Journal of Educational Equity and Leadership, v6 n3 p224-34 Fall 1986

The article describes different types of teacher expectations and expectation effects, particularly on minority students. Evidence for the existence of expectation effects is reviewed. Descriptions of behaviors associated with teacher expectations are summarized and recommendations are made for enhancing the learning environment for all students. (PS)

Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Classroom Communication, Feedback, Interaction, Minority Group Children, Nonverbal Communication, Student Motivation, Teacher Attitudes, Teacher Behavior, Teacher Influence, Verbal Communication

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Historical Materials; Reports - General

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Language: English

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