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Zenger, Weldon F.; Zenger, Sharon K. – Phi Delta Kappan, 2002
Argues that no solid basis exists in the research literature for developing, placing, and aligning educational standards in school curricula or for placing subject-matter content at specific grade levels (scope and sequence). Welcomes input from readers who have information regarding educational standards and their development, placement, and…
Descriptors: Academic Standards, Curriculum Design, Elementary Secondary Education, Instructional Program Divisions
Braun, Frederick G. – Executive Educator, 1985
A proposal is offered for restructuring the elementary school into two divisions. At the primary level (K-3) the focus would be on acquiring basic skills, while at the upper level (4-6) these skills would be applied to literature, social studies, mathematics, and science. (TE)
Descriptors: Basic Skills, Curriculum Design, Educational Improvement, Elementary Education
