While the general trend was toward greater tolerance, the moderation in attitudes among parents complying with the court order was largely confined to the more conservative parents. (Author)

Two rail-served Alaskan ports are examined with the purpose of explaining traffic volume trends in terms of demand variations and characteristics of the rail connections. (Author/AV)

Student attitudes toward current controversial problems (bussing for racial integration, legalization of abortion, and legalization of marijuana) were studied with regard to social class. The 1960 revision of the Purdue Master Attitude Scale was used. (LBH)

To update previous reports about the education provided for homeless children, the National Law Center conducted a survey of providers of services for the homeless and of other advocates for the homeless. The 80 respondents represented 64 family shelter providers in 33 states. Nearly 79% of respondents reported that transportation is a barrier for…

This document is a collection of statistical information about North Carolina's elementary and secondary schools. The purpose of this book is to provide general statistical data to the public, professional educators, and the General Assembly. This document includes information on public school pupils, personnel, and finances. Tables with statewide…

Morrison Institute for Public Policy is pleased to present "How Arizona Compares: Real Numbers and Hot Topics," the 5th edition of Arizona "Policy Choices." The Arizona "Policy Choices" volumes seek to do more than report. They are designed to assist decision making, stimulate debate, and serve as references. Arizona "Policy Choices" volumes have…

In general the trade-school situation in Europe may be summed up very briefly. In France we find the all-day trade school in its highest development, with special schools established for both boys and girls. The aim of these schools is to intensify the idea of artistic expression as well as to improve mechanical construction and efficiency in…

The origin of our quality of life problems is explained within a historical and international perspective. Two sample problems are analyzed to illustrate the effects of the causes of quality of life problems and to propose solutions to these problems. (KM)

Presents some findings from an analysis of contemporary literature which picked out indications of the progress that busing for racial integration has made toward improving the quality of public education. (Author/WM)

Describes a program that moves apprentices more quickly into journeyman-level jobs and makes use of correspondence work to supplement on-the-job training. (Author/MU)

Discusses implications of the reanalyses for Fayette County, Kentucky, school system policy making. Focuses on the issues of desegregation and busing. (Author/JF)

Contends that the primary question in busing of school children is the neighborhood school and whether it should be continued, returned, or discarded. (DM)