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| Academic Ability | 1 |
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| High Risk Students | 1 |
| Secondary Education | 1 |
| Student Attitudes | 1 |
| Student Behavior | 1 |
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| English in Texas | 1 |
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| Walker, Annie M. | 1 |
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| Reports - Descriptive | 1 |
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Peer reviewedWalker, Annie M. – English in Texas, 1994
Explodes five commonly held myths: at-risk students (1) do not want to learn; (2) have no pride in their work; (3) are incapable of discipline; (4) have poor attendance records; and (5) are violent. Argues that at-risk students have the same hopes and aspirations as other students. (RS)
Descriptors: Academic Ability, Attendance, High Risk Students, Secondary Education
