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Determines the effectiveness of secondary final examination practices at Terre Haute South Vigo High School in Terre Haute, Indiana, a member of the Professional Development School program at Indiana State University, also in Terre Haute. Beliefs and practices in administering final examinations; Types and weight of final examinations administered; Impact of final examinations on graduates.

Provides a qualitative evaluation of the Indiana State University Professional Development School (PDS) program. Data collection; Change in the faculty at the PDS sites; Impact of public school students; Projected long term change.

Focuses on the expectations of teachers of minority students in the United States. Impact of racism and discrimination on the expectations of teachers; Need for minority students to realize their potentials to succeed.