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Direct linkMertens, Gillian E.; Mundorf, Jon; Bainter, Taylor; Bourn, John; Kohnen, Angela M. – Middle School Journal, 2021
In this article, we describe a collaboratively developed information literacy curriculum that was embedded into three core 8th grade subjects: Algebra, American History, and English Language Arts. The curriculum was rooted in the concept of generalist literacy and supported students as they developed their curiosity, skepticism, commitment to…
Descriptors: Identification (Psychology), Information Literacy, Interdisciplinary Approach, Curriculum Development
Peer reviewedErb, Tom – Middle School Journal, 2001
Discusses the value of middle school reform involving interdisciplinary teaming, advisory programs, and developmentally appropriate practices, noting that true middle schools improve academic achievement and standardized test scores. Argues against a pendulum swing away from middle school reform and toward standards-based curriculum. (JPB)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Academic Standards, Developmentally Appropriate Practices, Educational Change
Peer reviewedMertens, Steven B.; Flowers, Nancy – Middle School Journal, 2003
Examined how interdisciplinary team practices and classroom instructional practices affected student achievement in high poverty middle schools in Arkansas, Louisiana, and Mississippi. Found that when the combined effects of family poverty level, teaming and common planning time, and duration of teaming were considered, there was a relationship…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Developmentally Appropriate Practices, Educational Policy, Educational Practices
Peer reviewedAnfara, Vincent A., Jr.; Lipka, Richard P. – Middle School Journal, 2003
Cites three critical questions to examine reasons for inconclusive findings relating middle school practices recommended in "Turning Points" to student achievement: (1) shortcomings in operationalizing variables; (2) what is measured; or (3) uncontrolled variables. Notes schools implementing more "Turning Points"…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Developmentally Appropriate Practices, Educational Practices, Elementary Secondary Education
