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Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2008-Dec
Pages: 8
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Educational Quagmires: Balancing Excellence and Equity for African American Students in the 21st Century
Beachum, Floyd D.; Lewis, Chance W.
Multicultural Learning and Teaching, v3 n2 p1-8 Dec 2008
Problems facing African Americans students are complex and numerous. In this article, we describe current educational contexts (i.e., high standards, accountability, and standardized test scores). In addition, we discuss the realities confronting African American students through West?s (1994) lenses of paranoia and poverty. Finally, we present how these issues can be addressed.
Descriptors: African American Students, Educational Quality, Equal Education, Accountability, Academic Standards, Standardized Tests, Poverty, Disadvantaged, Barriers, Performance Factors, Change Strategies, Racial Bias, Educational Opportunities
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Elementary Secondary Education
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