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Willoughby, Mary – 1990
The goal of this program was to reach an unserved group of non-literate adults with limited English proficiency through the provision of English-as-a-Second-Language (ESL) tutoring by local library and community literacy programs. Nine area resource teachers and a master teacher trainer provided training for 211 teachers and volunteer tutors who,…
Descriptors: Educational Objectives, English (Second Language), Instructional Materials, Limited English Speaking
Little, Joanne – 1990
This manual details the fundamental steps necessary to create a successful tutoring program. It is based on the experiences of the Anderson (South Carolina) School District One (ASDO) in their tutoring project initiated in 1989-90. The school district intended to increase homework completion, raise test scores, improve attendance, and generate…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Attitude Change, Dropout Programs, Educational Objectives
Fashola, Olatokunbo S.; And Others – 1997
This report identifies programs that have proven to be effective and programs that show potential for improving academic achievement among Latino youth in the elementary and middle grades. It targets programs specifically designed for this population and programs that have worked for all children and that have been disseminated for use with Latino…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Cooperative Learning, Curriculum Development, Educational Change
Irizarry, Ruddie A.; And Others – 1979
Operating within the New York City Public School System for the past four years, this program offers direct services to Native American students and their parents by providing: (1) instruction in Native American history and cultural activities; (2) academic tutoring; (3) school/neighborhood liaisons; and (4) a resource center for information about…
Descriptors: American Indian Education, American Indians, Cultural Education, Curriculum Development