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Botana, Joseph – Illinois Career Education Journal, 1975
Descriptors: Biculturalism, Bilingual Education, Community Benefits, Community Programs
Peer reviewedCorley, Troy Kathleen – Educational Leadership, 1998
Christopher, Illinois, a rural, economically depressed community of 2,800, is reaping the benefits from two innovative, community-based technology programs. The Christopher High School District established its award-winning technology program in 1995. The Christopher Elementary School District implemented a similar plan in 1996. Both initiatives…
Descriptors: Community Benefits, Community Involvement, Educational Technology, Elementary Secondary Education
Peer reviewedWellman, Fred L.; And Others – Community and Junior College Journal, 1979
Reports on the project, New Initiatives for Economic Development: An Experiment in Community Development. Reveals the economic impacts of 100 new jobs in a community, the achievements of the project to date, and identifies barriers to economic growth in Illinois communities. (AYC)
Descriptors: College Role, Community Benefits, Community Colleges, Community Development
Download full textWeinberg, Mark – 1986
One viable economic development option for rural areas is the creation of business incubators--facilities that aid in the early stages of growth of an enterprise by providing rental space, services, and business assistance. Business incubators promote community development by diversifying the economic base, enhancing the community's image as a…
Descriptors: College Role, Community Benefits, Community Size, Economic Factors
