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Educational Resilience In Innercity America: Challenges And Prospects,Used
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The story of life in innercity America and the education of its people is often recounted as a tragedy; the ending is often predictable and usually dire, highlighting deficiency, failure, and negative trends. As with most social problems, children and youth in the inner cities are hit hardest. But this dismal view is only half of the full picture. The cities of our nation are a startling juxtaposition between the despairing and the hopeful, between disorganization and restorative potential. Alongside the poverty and unemployment, the streetfights and drug deals, are a wealth of cultural, economic, educational, and social resources. Often ignored are the resilience and the ability for adaptation which help many who are seemingly confined by circumstance to struggle and succeed 'in the face of the odds.'This book helps to broaden the utilization of ways to magnify the circumstances known to enhance development and education, so that the burden of adversity is reduced and opportunities are advanced for all children and youth especially the children and youth of the inner cities who are in atrisk circumstances. The focus is on:* raising consciousness about the opportunities available to foster resilience among children, families, and communities, and* synthesizing the knowledge base that is central to implementing improvements which serve to better the circumstances and educational opportunities of children and families.This volume is intended for a wide audience of readers, but particularly those who are in a position to shape public policy and deliver educational and human services.
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- Q: What is the main focus of the book 'Educational Resilience in inner-city America'? A: The book focuses on the resilience and adaptive abilities of children and youth in inner-city America, highlighting both the challenges they face and the resources available to foster their development and educational opportunities.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Educational Resilience in inner-city America: Challenges and Prospects' is Margaret C. Wang.
- Q: What topics does the book cover regarding inner-city education? A: The book covers topics such as raising awareness of opportunities for resilience, synthesizing knowledge for implementing educational improvements, and addressing the unique challenges faced by at-risk children and families.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on February 1, 1994.
- Q: How many pages does 'Educational Resilience in inner-city America' have? A: The book has a total of 220 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as a used book in good condition.
- Q: In what format is this book available? A: The book is available in paperback format.
- Q: What audience is this book intended for? A: The book is intended for a wide audience, particularly those involved in shaping public policy and delivering educational and human services.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: This book falls under the category of Social Studies.
- Q: Does the book provide practical strategies for improving education in inner cities? A: Yes, the book provides insights and strategies aimed at enhancing educational opportunities for children and youth in inner-city environments.