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Small Schools and Urban Youth
Foreword by Hugh Mehan
Learn about big educational results in smaller schools!
Educators are increasingly turning to small learning communities, which have proven highly effective in facilitating academic engagement and achievement, particularly among low-income urban students. Based on original research, this in-depth sociological study reveals the unique aspects of this movement and:
- Examines the structural and cultural features of small learning communities and small schools in two major urban cities
- Highlights students' perspectives on school culture, personalization, and student involvement
- Offers timely suggestions to benefit students at all levels and in every educational setting
- Grade Level: PreK-12
- ISBN: 9781412939348
- Published By: Corwin
- Year: 2007
- Page Count: 168
- Publication date: April 11, 2014
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