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Bushaw, William J.; Lopez, Shane J. – Phi Delta Kappan, 2010
This is the latest in a series of polls sponsored by Phi Delta Kappa International with the Gallup Organization. The results of this year's poll are presented along with past results, when applicable, to give both a snapshot of Americans' opinions about their schools and an indication of how those opinions are changing over time. [Commentaries by…
Descriptors: Opinions, Attitudes, Public Schools, Educational Improvement
Elam, Stanley M.; And Others – Phi Delta Kappan, 1992
Twenty-fourth annual Gallup/Phi Delta Kappan education poll shows public that wants improved public schools despite elected leaders' failed improvement efforts. Survey respondents perceive biggest problems facing schools are inadequate financial support, drug use, lack of discipline. They support national standardized tests, preschool programs for…
Descriptors: Condoms, Educational Change, Elementary Secondary Education, Extended School Year
Sleeter, Christine E.; Grant, Carl A. – Phi Delta Kappan, 1986
Provides numerous statistics on the unequal distribution of power and wealth among men, women, and minorities of the same educational levels. Argues for (1) the teaching of skills and content that will help students control their own destinies and (2) a cooperative social environment within each classroom. Appended are 13 references. (IW)
Descriptors: Blacks, Change Strategies, Course Content, Curriculum Development