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Tracking: A Form of Educational Neglect?

Authors :
Broussard, C. Anne
Joseph, Alfred L.
Source :
Social Work in Education. Apr 1998 20(2):110-120.
Publication Year :
1998

Abstract

The impact of ability grouping on the lives of school children (N=1922) is examined. Its roots in the history of education and the rationale for tracking are reviewed. Adverse effects of various practices associated with tracking are reported, and a reconsideration of tracking policies is encouraged. (EMK)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0162-7961
Volume :
20
Issue :
2
Database :
ERIC
Journal :
Social Work in Education
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
EJ573227
Document Type :
Journal Articles<br />Opinion Papers