(1970). Increasing the Options for Wholesome Peer Level Experiences Across Racial, Cultural, and Economic Lines; Highlights of the Eighth National Conference on Equal Educational Opportunity, Washington, D.C., February 19-21, 1970. This booklet is comprised of summaries of contributions to the Eighth National Conference on Equal Educational Opportunity. National Education Association President, George Fischer, expresses views about changing attitudes, cultural differences, Southern school desegregation, busing, and the Nixon administration. Mrs. LaDonna Harris, a Comanche Indian, focuses on the problems of the American Indian people, and contends that Peace Corps work with people of different cultures all over the world is futile when the problems of cultural difference in the United States remain unsolved. Leon Panetta talks of the need for leadership and clear thinking on the issue of desegregation in order to prevent worsening of relations between the races. Roy Innis offers an alternative to the Department of Health, Education and Welfare plan for desegregation. Charles Gonsales, student NEA president, enjoins educators to begin asking some basic questions about the great cleavage between "our… [PDF]
(1966). La Raza: Forgotten Americans. An effort to assess the status of the more than 4 million Spanish-speaking Americans (La Raza) in the Southwestern 5-state area of California, Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, and Colorado resulted in this collection of papers. The historical perspective of the positive factors in the development and persistence of the Spanish language is examined. The effort made by both Catholic and Protestant denominations to meet spiritual and socioeconomic needs of the Spanish-speaking population is pointed out. Also studied is the role of politics as a social instrument for improvement and as a shield against abuses, exploitation, and encroachments by the dominant society. Problems of predominately Mexican American migrant workers because of the lack of applicable labor legislation are examined. The social prejudice in areas of education, employment, housing, law enforcement, and jury service encountered by Spanish-speaking people are indicated and related to programs in progress to improve their…
(1974). Bibliography of Law-Related Curriculum Materials: Annotated. Working Notes, Number 5. The annotated bibliography cites law-related curriculum materials for elementary and secondary education. Most materials listed have been published in the 70's with the exception of a few dating from the 60's. The bibliography consists of the following seven sections: 1) origins and concepts of law; 2) the constitution; 3) the bill of rights; 4) current issues; 5) the political process; 6) practical law; and 7) teaching of law: sources and concepts. Within each section, books are listed alphabetically by author. Information provided for each entry includes grade level, a brief description of content, number of pages, price and availability of a paperback edition and teacher's guide. A series listing and publishers listing with accompanying addresses are provided. A title/author index is also included. (RM)… [PDF]
(1968). METCO–A Descriptive Report. METCO is a nonprofit organization that provides screening, placement, and busing services for Negro children (K-12) from predominantly black schools in Boston to predominantly white schools in 16 of the cities and towns surrounding Boston. All of the students, representing a variety of academic, socioeconomic, and family backgrounds, volunteer for the program. The primary objective of the program has been to provide a better educational experience for the innercity students. A secondary program objective has been to increase social contact and enhance communication between black urban and white suburban children. This publication presents a chronology of program-related events, beginning with the genesis of the program in 1964. Program data stem from published reports, newspaper articles, and discussions with individuals directly and indirectly involved in the program. Findings from a sociometric questionnaire, administered in 1967 to study the degree and nature of social…
(1976). The Opportunities Industrialization Centers: A Decade of Community-Based Manpower Services. Manpower and Human Resources Studies No. 6. The Opportunities Industrialization Center (OIC) is the nation's major community-based organization providing manpower development services to the disadvantaged. Chapter 1 of this report introduces the topic and outlines the major issues to be considered. Chapter 2 describes the nature of the urban job crisis and the social and economic conditions to which OIC was a response. Chapter 3 discusses the administrative structure and program organization of OIC. Chapter 4 traces the development and growth of private sector support for OIC. Chapters 5 and 6 track the development of OIC's partnership with government in the delivery of manpower services to the disadvantaged. Chapter 7 presents a summary and conclusion and draws implications from the past decade of OIC experience for the future of the organization. (Author/IRT)…
(1987). When Is a Student's Political Communication not Political: Bethel School District vs. Fraser. Communication Education, v36 n4 p347-55 Oct. Argues that the Supreme Court's decision–upholding the constitutionality of disciplinary actions taken against a public high school student who delivered a speech laden with sexual metaphor (though not obscene language) in a nominating assembly–was improper in that it attempted to articulate a false dichotomy between "political communication" and "sexually oriented speech." (NKA)…
(2005). Handbook for Youth in Foster Care. New York State Office of Children and Family Services This handbook is for youth placed in foster care through local departments of social services (DSS) (not the juvenile justice system). The handbook was written for youth entering foster care for the first time as well as youth already in foster care, in the hope that youth entering or already in foster care will find the information helpful. The handbook describes youths' rights and responsibilities while in foster care. It also describes what happens when they are older and leave foster care. It represents minimum New York State requirements, but individual counties or agencies may have some additional rules. [This handbook was produced by the New York State Office of Children & Family Services with the help of Youth in Progress.]… [PDF]
(1999). Americans with Disabilities Act: Responsibilities for Postsecondary Institutions Serving Deaf and Hard of Hearing Students. Questions and Answers. Second Edition. This publication provides answers to questions concerning responsibilities of institutions of postsecondary education toward students who are deaf or hard of hearing under the Americans with Disabilities Act. These questions were originally received but not answered due to time constraints during two satellite conferences held by the Midwest Center for Postsecondary Outreach (Minnesota). Following an introduction and an explanation of PEPNet (the Postsecondary Education Programs Network), the questions and answers are organized by the following topic areas: (1) literacy, (2) auxiliary services–interpreting, (interpreting), (3) auxiliary services–note taking, (4) auxiliary services–captioning, (5) vocational rehabilitation, (6) administration issues, (7) residence halls, and (8) equipment. Extensive footnotes refer to court and agency rulings. (Contains 71 references.) (DB)… [PDF]
(1999). Literacy Disability and Communication: Making the Connection. Based on a conceptual framework that links literacy and communication, this Canadian report reviews four types of policy provisions for their effectiveness in addressing the barriers to literacy and communication that people with disabilities face: human rights instruments, provisions for literacy and communication support to individuals, access to information and communications in alternative formats, and access to information and communication networks. A number of policy issues and directions emerge from the analysis. First, the human rights foundation for literacy and communication needs more explicit articulation. Second, a mandate to refocus literacy policy is needed so that the cross-departmental and cross-jurisdictional implications of the link between literacy and communication can be developed and monitored. Third, a human resource development strategy that focuses on professionals in education, justice, health care systems, and on employers is needed to develop skills in… [PDF]
(1997). Juvenile Justice System: At the Crossroads. Update on Law-Related Education, v21 n2 p7-8 Spr. Describes the current state of juvenile criminal justice programs and the historical and legal precedents that created it. The current system rests on concepts of confidentiality, due process, and alternatives to jail. Many states are considering modifying aspects of these because of the increase in juvenile crime. (MJP)…
(1994). Dealing with Employee Misconduct on and off Duty: A Practical Framework. CUPA Journal, v45 n4 p1-10 Win. This discussion of college and university policy concerning misconduct of employees looks at legal standards of due process for discipline or dismissal; the parameters of \just cause\; employee rights to representation; and judicial rulings on a variety of misconduct issues such as criminal misconduct, sexual misconduct, alcohol, and drugs. (MSE)…
(1995). Equal and Equitable: What's the Difference? Teaching Strategy. Update on Law-Related Education, v19 n1 p22-24 Win. Contends that the issue of diversity and cultural pluralism is generally defined as an educational goal. Presents a lesson using Kurt Vonnegut's "Harrison Bergeron." Includes student objectives, the short story, step-by-step instructional procedures, extension activities, and a list of recommended books on this topic. (CFR)…
(1992). Misfiring on the Second Amendment in America's Textbooks. Journal of the Middle States Council for the Social Studies, v13 p19-29 1991-92. Reports on a study of the treatment of the Second Amendment in 24 secondary-level U.S. history textbooks and 8 U.S. government textbooks. Discusses inadequate and inaccurate interpretations and calls for a portrayal of the Second Amendment that reflects what the founding fathers wanted and what the courts have decided. (CFR)…
(1988). Strategies for Improving the Representation of Minority Faculty in Research Universities. Peabody Journal of Education, v66 n1 p77-90 Fall. Discusses strategies to improve minority faculty representation in research universities, describing the University of Michigan's Six-Point Plan. Efforts begin in elementary schools; institutions of higher education are obligated to improve elementary education for minority students. A four-dimensional model for assessing institutional effectiveness in improving minority representation is presented. (SM)…
(1989). English Only JAMAS. Centro de Estudios Puertorriquenos Bulletin, v2 n5 p64-76 Spr. Puerto Ricans have been largely ignored in the current debate over English as a national language. Once the rhetoric of language restrictionists is discarded, the real issue becomes that of the political empowerment of Puerto Ricans. The history of language policy in relation to Puerto Ricans is also reviewed. (SLD)…