Innovative Approaches in Rural Education. Rural Information Center Publication Series, No. 72.

Overview & Synopsis

This publication contains an annotated bibliography and information on journals, organizations, and resources related to new approaches in rural education. The annotated bibliography describes 97 journal articles, ERIC digests, research reports, programs descriptions and evaluations, government reports, conference papers, and grant guides. Most entries were published 1997-2000. Categories are: general; curriculum design, teaching methods, and teacher training; distance education; funding for rural education (including grant guides and funding sources); partnerships in schools; special needs (cultural diversity, at-risk students, special education); and technology. Contact information is given for 27 educational journals, as well as equity assistance centers, regional educational laboratories, regional technology in education consortia, and other organizations and resources relevant to rural education. (SV)