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Intellect, 1976
Describes an experimental program in which fifth- and sixth-graders studied philosophy and made a dramatic gain in reading ability in comparison with a control group of students. (Editor/RK)
Descriptors: Educational Research, Educational Testing, Elementary School Students, Elementary Schools
Download full textKibler, Robert J., Ed. – 1964
This chapter outlines the procedures followed in an experimental program for low-achievers during their freshman year at Southern Illinois University. Specifically described are the experimental design, selection of subjects, and the treatment according to the experimental, control, and norm groups. In addition, the sample group is described in…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, College Admission, College Freshmen, College Programs
