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ERIC Number: EJ635286
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2001
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ISSN: ISSN-0010-0951
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AP Powerhouse Creates High Expectations for Dallas Students: Spreading the AP Challenge to Students and Teachers.
Nelson, Colleen McCain
College Board Review, n194 p8-10 Fall 2001
Describes how veteran teacher Joan Vinson has made Advanced Placement (AP) a "cool thing to do" for minority students. With the help of private funding and a Texas-size enthusiasm, she is also convincing more teachers to take on the AP challenge, with a focus on quality over quantity. (EV)
Descriptors: Advanced Placement Programs, Minority Groups, Profiles, Secondary Education, Secondary School Teachers, Student Motivation, Teacher Influence
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Texas (Dallas)
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