Discusses the procedure and objectives of studies on adult instruction in Creole and the use of Creole in the primary grades. The complexity of the sociolinguistic situation, the extent of illiteracy, the state of the educational system, and implications of change in attitudes to both Creole and French are discussed. (AMH)

It is unlikely that disadvantaged students will be able to meet the Educational Testing Service (ETS) alternative admissions criteria, which are based on traditional concerns: cognitive learning style, motivation, commitment to education, and achievement in a given field. ETS should consider how to enhance these students' public school…

In light of U.S. District Court Judge Charles W. Joiner's recent order regarding the treatment of Black English in the Ann Arbor, Michigan schools, the author reviews the development of Black English as a dialect, some of its features, and the debate over its treatment in the classroom. (SJL)

Argues that the practices of higher education (e.g., classes, semesters, and grades) are increasingly incompatible with the purpose of maximizing student learning and growth. Discusses the affective and cognitive advantages of a mastery approach to granting credit. (AYC)

Discusses issues which "pertain to the success of children in school in answering test questions, the success of linguistic students in analyzing their answers, and generally the educational institution as a whole." Concludes that, "the main reason for reading failure in the inner cities is the cultural conflict between the educational system and…

The general problem of admitting underprepared students to an urban university is discussed, and a study is reported that found disadvantaged freshmen did significantly better than a control group when offered counseling, instruction, and tutoring by a specially trained faculty team. (MM)

Considers three popular educational reforms: enforcing basic academic competencies, professionalism among teachers, and partnerships with business. The authors explain that while effective schools, teacher professionalism, and business approaches to quality and efficiency through teamwork and shared cultural values have much in common,…

Offers an overview of 40 years of American educational change and suggests that technology may be the answer to its improvement. Argues for the creation of a telecommunications highway to connect the diverse and worldwide educational resources for use by all children, and suggests that the marriage of the technological revolution and educational…

Argues against the diminishing emphasis on mathematics as a logic system. Examines some of the basic tenets of logic and argues that when mathematics students are shown how to use logic and reasoning rather than memorization, they are able to develop stronger critical thinking skills. (AUTH/NB)

Asks a number of questions concerning the delivery of multicultural education, including, "How do we define multiculturalism?" and, "Whose responsibility is it to provide equity in higher education?" Articulates 10 guiding principles for achieving equity in institutions of higher learning, and offers a brief discussion of these principles.…

Discusses the goal of assessment in developmental writing classes. Stresses the need for instructors to be aware of the impact of their comments on student progress. Asserts that, in developmental classes, students may lack a number of skills, but the instructor needs to emphasize what students can offer and encourage them to move beyond their…

A study of learning conditions in two universities included staff interviews, survey of 118 students, and in-depth interviews of 11 students. Their perceptions of program design, instructional resources and support, and visual and physical aspects of the institutions resulted in recommended practices to maximize student learning and motivation.…

Describes how the University of the Free State (South Africa) remedied educational disparities created by the apartheid system, through an academic bridge program that helps scholastically disadvantaged students succeed at tertiary institutions. (Author/VWL)

Discusses how marginalized groups are blamed for their lack of success, lack of transfer, etc. To alleviate this, the CCJRP should do the following: (1) use a range of methodological approaches; (2) use interdisciplinary and theoretical resources; (3) integrate a vast source of literatures; and (4) apply critical frameworks. (Contains 40…

Describes how a community collaborative focused on math and science and involving the University of Texas at El Paso--the El Paso Collaborative for Academic Excellence--has worked to ensure academic opportunity and success for a diverse community. Emphasis is placed on a standards-based curriculum, better teacher preparation, and the increased…