Purpose: This directory identifies, describes, and contains evaluative data evidence-based practices that improve academic performance, close the achievement gap, and improve persistence towards graduation for low-income, first-generation, and historically-underrepresented 6th grade through college students. Methodology: The directory was a…

Purpose: The purpose of this directory was to identify, describe, and evaluate evidence that the education practices improve academic performance, close the achievement gap, and improve persistence towards graduation for low-income, first-generation, and historically-underrepresented 6th grade through college students. Method: The sample for the…

This 2016 directory identifies, describes, and contains evaluative data evidence-based practices that improve academic performance, close the achievement gap, and improve persistence towards graduation for low-income, first-generation, and historically-underrepresented 6th grade through college students. The directory was a production of the…

Thirty national recreation organizations serving individuals with disabilities are listed, along with addresses and telephone numbers. Sample recreational activities covered include Boy Scouts and Girls Scouts, various wheelchair sports, skiing, golfing, and horticultural therapy. (JDD)

The cultural institutions of New York City are among the most valuable of the city's many resources. Its museums, libraries, historic sites, environmental centers, zoos, botanic gardens, and cultural centers provide a wealth of educational opportunities. To ensure that the resources and programs of these cultural institutions are made easily…

This resource manual represents the most comprehensive information available on adapted sport and recreation activities for people with disabilities. The book focuses on ways that people with disabilities can access sport and recreational opportunities from which they have been traditionally excluded. The manual takes a cross-disability view of…

This publication shares ideas, exemplary programs, resources, and schools involved in the 1993-1994 EARTH FOREVER program sponsored by the Indiana Department of Education. Educators and students are challenged to plan activities and develop similar Earth Action Guardian Leadership Experiences (EAGLE) programs. Sixteen elementary, middle, and high…

Brief descriptions of approximately 750 sites approved by the American Camping Association which lease their facilities to others are listed alphabetically by state. Entries list camp address, contact address, capacity, special facilities, services, whether available year-round, and date of information. A narrative provides general information on…

Lists 193 class projects proposed by teachers participating in Foxfire courses and workshops, 1985-88. Cites grade level, project description, product, audience, teacher, and school. Organized by grade level and subject. (SV)

This catalog profiles 98 exemplary programs developed by New York City independent and public school teachers for use in elementary and secondary schools. An introduction presents a brief overview of the IMPACT II project, which provides grants and workshops for teachers interested in implementing the exemplary programs developed by their…

Guides child care centers when investing in outdoor play structures and playground equipment with advice provided by manufacturers and dealers. Details six factors to consider, including appropriateness, construction, installation, safety, support, and experience. Contains a playground equipment manufacturers and dealers directory that includes…

Designed to be the most complete guide to storytelling in the United States, this guide includes hundreds of detailed listings, organized by category and state. The guide contains listings of: (1) more than 600 storytellers from throughout the United States and several foreign countries; (2) nearly 200 organizations; (3) more than 220 events; (4)…

This resource guide lists and describes print materials, nonprint materials, and organizations dealing with sports, outdoor recreation, and games for visually and physically impaired individuals. Section I focuses on national organizations that sponsor athletic events on various levels and provide related services for children, youth, and adults…

This document is intended for use by potential adopters of Project I-C-E (Instruction-Curriculum-Environment). Items include sample curriculum materials and examples of information often necessary when making application to a National Diffusion Network state facilitator or for E.S.E.A. Title IV-C Adopter/Adapter Grants. Also covered are elements…

This resource guide contains listings and descriptions of 12 experimental visual arts programs, 29 audiovisual materials, and almost 200 printed materials on many aspects of visual arts. An index of the printed materials is provided alphabetically by disabling condition, covering behavioral disorders, communication disorders, general, gifted and…