Curricula and Coursework: A Surprise Ending to a Familiar Story.

Alexander, Karl L.; Cook, Martha A.

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Curricula and Coursework: A Surprise Ending to a Familiar Story.

Alexander, Karl L.; Cook, Martha A.

American Sociological Review, v47 n5 p626-40 Oct 1982

Utilized 1961-1969 data from the Study of Academic Prediction and Growth to examine (1) why some students are placed in college tracks and others not, and (2) why track placement closely predicts future educational outcomes. Found that prior academic experience and accomplishment, especially early foreign language study, are important course selection criteria. (Author/GC)

Descriptors: Academic Achievement, College Bound Students, College Preparation, Criteria, Educational Attainment, Educational Background, High Schools, Outcomes of Education, Predictor Variables, Student Placement, Track System (Education)

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