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50 Years of ERIC
The Education Resources Information Center (ERIC) is celebrating its 50th Birthday! First opened on May 15th, 1964 ERIC continues the long tradition of ongoing innovation and enhancement.

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Pedagogy of Inclusion: Integrated Multicultural Instructional Design
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Higbee, Jeanne L.; Schultz, Jennifer L.; Goff, Emily – Journal of College Reading and Learning, 2010
This article presents integrated multicultural instructional design (IMID), a new pedagogical model that is responsive to the growing student diversity in postsecondary institutions in the U.S. and throughout the world. This work builds on previous research articles in the "Journal of College Reading and Learning" related to assessing our…
Descriptors: Postsecondary Education, Multicultural Education, Instructional Design, College Instruction
Assessing Our Commitment to Multiculturalism: Student Perspectives
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Higbee, Jeanne L.; Siaka, Kwabena; Bruch, Patrick L. – Journal of College Reading and Learning, 2007
In a previous article published in the "Journal of College Reading and Learning," we presented the results of a self-study of our commitment as faculty and staff members to providing a multicultural learning experience for our students. This follow-up article provides the findings of a study conducted during spring semester 2004 to explore student…
Descriptors: Cultural Pluralism, Student Attitudes, Student Surveys, Individual Differences
Significant Quality Mathematics Instruction Needed [and] Math: Who Needs It? [and] Commentary on Johnson and Coomes' Significant Quality Mathematics Instruction Needed.
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Johnson, Todd; Coomes, Jackie; Higbee, Jeanne L.; Sanborn, Fred W. – Journal of College Reading and Learning, 2003
Includes three responses to David Lemire's article "Math Problem Solving and Mental Discipline." Contends that quality mathematics instruction should result in citizens capable of functioning productively in this highly technological, capitalistic, and democratic society. Proposes that mathematics is very relevant for real-life problem solving.…
Descriptors: Curriculum Evaluation, Daily Living Skills, Higher Education, Mathematics Instruction
Reflections on Multiculturalism in Developmental Education.
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Bruch, Patrick L.; Higbee, Jeanne L. – Journal of College Reading and Learning, 2002
Reports on an effort to better understand the impasse and create conditions for constructive local discussions and reforms relating to multiculturalism. Reports how a group of developmental education professionals in a large, interdisciplinary developmental education unit understand multiculturalism. Explores the potentials and challenges involved…
Descriptors: Developmental Studies Programs, Higher Education, Instructional Improvement, Multicultural Education
Serving the Diverse Needs of Students with Disabilities through Technology.
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Knox, David K.; Higbee, Jeanne L.; Kalivoda, Karen S.; Totty, Margaret C. – Journal of College Reading and Learning, 2000
Considers how the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 has resulted in increased enrollment of students with disabilities in postsecondary education institutions and programs. Acquaints educators with new technology available to accommodate students with disabilities and promote equal access. (SC)
Descriptors: Case Studies, Disabilities, Higher Education, Special Needs Students
The Relationship between Involvement and Success in Developmental Algebra.
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Thomas, Pamela V.; Higbee, Jeanne L. – Journal of College Reading and Learning, 2000
Reports the results of research conducted to investigate the relationship between involvement in learning mathematics and achievement as measured by test scores and course grades. Finds that attendance is the one measure of effort most closely related to success in developmental mathematics. Indicates that academic autonomy was consistently…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Algebra, Attendance, Developmental Studies Programs