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Peer reviewedGoldring, Ellen; Smrekar, Claire – Education and Urban Society, 2000
Reviews the research on magnet schools and their impact on reducing racial segregation. Presents findings from a 3-year study of magnet schools in two urban districts. Surveys of diverse parents and teachers indicated that both groups generally believed the goal of integration was worth the cost of busing. Discusses the issue of racial balance in…
Descriptors: Busing, Diversity (Student), Elementary Secondary Education, Equal Education
