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American High School Policy Conference

American High School Policy Conference. Adolescent Learners and the Achievement Gap Dorothy S. Strickland Rutgers, The State University of NJ. Expectations:. Adolescent Learners will: Use effective text-processing skills and strategies Be motivated and engaged

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American High School Policy Conference

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  1. American High SchoolPolicy Conference Adolescent Learners and the Achievement Gap Dorothy S. Strickland Rutgers, The State University of NJ

  2. Expectations: Adolescent Learners will: • Use effective text-processing skills and strategies • Be motivated and engaged • Adopt normative ways of reading and writing

  3. The Achievement Gap Issues and Concerns: • Socioeconomic status • Home Background • Linguistic Background • Quality of Instruction

  4. Recent Policy Iniatives Increased attention to adolescent issues National/State/District Levels No Child Left Behind

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