Grouping heterogeneously, homogeneously, and flexibly made no significant difference in academic achievement in research done on 260 children over a 2-year period. (Editor)

Youth in the ghetto appear to make rational economic decisions (from their individual and family point of view) by not investing in education; unless the quality of education is improved for lower classes, income grants are unlikely to have any effect on this form of investment in human capital. (Author)

This article describes alternatives currently being proposed by some Federal Congressional and Administration officials in response to growing dissatisfaction with the efforts of public schools in aiding educationally disadvantaged children. Legislation is being readied that would let private companies tackle the problem. (JH)

Article examines the theory between social class and the degree to which the potentialities of a language are utilized. (Author/ML)

Suggests some leading questions to guide much needed investigation and appraisal of the history of education in Northern black ghettos. (DE)

The notion that public schools are a powerful engine of social reform is central to the ideologies of compensatory education and racially balanced schools as means for achieving integration. Today, all questions of property, income, and occupational distribution are seen to be answered by increased access to meritocratic competition. (DE)

Abandoning all hope of the federal government meeting the ever-increasing need for education, Navajo Indians have established a community college at Many Farms, Arizona, the first and only such institution on a reservation. The library program is described. (Editor/JS)

After stating his point of view on the migration process, with its many positive effects, the author suggests that the spontaneous settlement should be considered as part of the global process of change. (Editor/RY)

Described is a home reading program for educationally disadvantaged elementary school children who need motivation to read at home. Principles of behavior change and parent role are the major motivation factors used in developing the children's reading ability. (CB)

Examines the distribution formula for ESEA Title I funds, focusing on target population, target expenditure level, and grant specification. (JF)