A developmental studies program which is integrated into the total curriculum of the institution and which assists in integrating its students into the mainstream of its student population is an appropriate long long-term response to pressures engendered by the equal access/academic standards dilemma. (Author)

Chronicles the rapid growth in educational achievement and equality which has taken place in Malaysia as a result of political independence in 1957. Theorizes that the policies of the independent government, particularly in the area of greater accessibility of primary schooling, are largely responsible for the reduction of educational disparities.…

As long as the public authorities appear more anxious to save the "Lockheeds" of higher education and underwrite the middle class student, the future of public higher education in the City University of New York is grim. (Author/EB)

Flexible admissions standards have been adopted to meet the challenge of equalization of educational opportunity. There are more complex uses for standardized admissions tests which traditionally are used on a competitive basis as gate-keepers to colleges. New uses are related to academic and personal needs of newly entering students. (Author/BEF)

A study of educational disparities investigates school enrollment ratios of French-speaking African nations. Discussion covers the range of disparities, persistence of educational inequalities, mechanisms of reproduction and transfer of inequality, increased school enrollments, educational adaptation, and reversal of tendencies. (ND)

Discusses such topics as educational discrimination against the Chinese in California, school segregation, language and other handicaps preventing Asian American parents from participating in educational policy formation, the growth of bilingual education, ethnic discrimination in textbooks, ethnic studies projects, and counseling problems caused…

Examines the global digital divide, with tables of data that document the wide disparity between the world's information-rich and information-deprived. Highlights include how it affects educational opportunity; cost issues; causes of the divide; and strategies for successful educational technology use, including appropriate project design,…

Focuses on Mrs. Bridges Adams who was a supporter of state maintenance committed to educational opportunity for workers' children. Focuses on her political recruitment, her contribution to the work of the London School Board (England), and her role in the struggle to save the school board system. (CMK)

Retention of literacy skills can best be achieved through a range of continuing education opportunities geared to diverse needs and circumstances of different categories of neo-literates. To create such a "learning society" requires commitment to human resource development as the core of national development, provided by a knowledge delivery…

Excerpts from President Bush's speech at a fund-raising dinner for the United Negro College Fund are presented. Six initiatives are outlined: endowment matching grants for Black colleges, rewards to "merit schools"--schools that improve the most, Presidential awards for the best teachers in each state, etc. (MLW)

A plan to require national service in return for student financial aid could restrict educational opportunities for Blacks and set up new barriers for low-income students. The proposed Citizenship and National Service Act would award student aid grants and loans on the basis of volunteer service, rather than on need. (FMW)

Presents a view of democracy as a cultural form that goes beyond political participation and civic responsibility to include the notions of community, participative decision making, critical thinking, historical awareness, and equitable distribution of resources. (TE)

This paper describes experiences in teaching writing skills to elementary gifted students with learning disabilities. Journal writing and word processing are found to be powerful tools in improving student writing while increasing students' self-confidence. Guest speakers, daily reading aloud by the teacher, and field trips to enrich students'…

Discusses the need for a differentiated college system to redress educational disparities in South Africa and to enhance equitable access to postsecondary education within a reasonable budget. Considers adequate primary and secondary education the long-term solution, but sees the development of community colleges from existing educational…

Goals 2000, the Educate America Act, establishes a new role for the federal government in education by defining national education goals and by creating a voluntary system whereby states can receive funds in return for participation in national education reform. Summarizes the major provisions of Goals 2000, paying particular attention to…