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Davis, James Earl; Jordan, Will J. – Journal of Negro Education, 1994
Uses data from black male 8th and 10th graders to explore key issues affecting their achievement and engagement in school. Findings show a need to rethink current secondary-school disciplinary policies, especially suspension, extra-help delivery, and remedial courses because these areas explain important differences in engagement and achievement…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Blacks, Discipline Policy, Educational Experience