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Moore, James E. – 1976
This developmental project with a research component was initiated at the Laurel County Vocational School with the major objective of determining if 2-hour instructional blocks could be operated in programs enrolling only secondary students. Subobjectives involved data gathering and statistical analyses on (1) student achievement, (2) ratings of…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Achievement Gains, Curriculum Development, Data Analysis
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Duis, Mac – Kappa Delta Pi Record, 1995
This paper discusses the challenges and difficulties of adopting new "authentic" methods of instruction that help students not only learn but also develop habits that enable them to use their knowledge more effectively. "Authentic" methods of instruction are defined as those that require students to produce (not just reproduce) knowledge relevant…
Descriptors: Class Organization, Classroom Environment, Course Organization, Curriculum Development
Arendt, Jermaine D. – 1970
A review of traditional scheduling patterns and problems which arise from inflexible, lockstep systems leads to an examination of the seven-period day. Charts illustrate the concept of the "floating" period. The author then discusses: (1) flexible modular scheduling; (2) large, intermediate, and small group instruction; and (3) individual and…
Descriptors: Charts, Classes (Groups of Students), Continuous Progress Plan, Curriculum Development
Barnhardt, Ray; And Others – 1979
Focusing on examination of the current status of small high schools, identification of the elements of successful programs, and formulation of a general program design, the report of the first year of the Small High Schools Project for Rural Alaska presents over 100 recommendations to help small high schools develop into effective institutions.…
Descriptors: Alaska Natives, Community Involvement, Community Resources, Cultural Context