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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0042
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Developing Culturally-Based Learning Modules: The SWCEL Fellowship Program and Beacon Schools Initiative
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Education--United States, Higher--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0041
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Southwestern Cooperative Educational Laboratory: Primary Language Arts Program Development and Implementation - February 1967 Edition
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Business--United States, Education--United States, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0050
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Understanding the Role and Organization of SWCEL in Improving Education Through Inclusive Research
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0053
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Enhancing Community Involvement and Technological Integration in Education: A Comprehensive Approach by the Laboratory
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0052
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- SWCEL: Aiming for Equality and Improvement in Regional Education
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- SWCEL's Innovative Classroom and School-Community Programs: A Focus on Teachers and Beacon Schools
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Addressing the Educational Needs of Spanish-Speaking Students: Recommendations from a Pueblo Educator
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Program Goals and Modules for the Southwestern Cooperative Educational Laboratory, Inc.: Addressing Language Learning Challenges for Culturally Diverse Students
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Invitation to the 17th Annual All Nations Day Festival at Gwynn Oak Park, Baltimore
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Business--United States, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0074
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Communication Regarding LD's Inability to Attend Women's Society of Christian Service Meeting at Central Methodist Church
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
![["The document discusses the development of program modules based on variables such as culturally-based learning styles, language arts materials, self-fulfilling expectations, and pre-reading programs. It also mentions the in-service training program for teachers in Beacon Schools, focusing on instructional objectives. The Fellows in the SWCEL Fellowship Program are involved in research and teacher-training activities, with financial assistance provided by the Laboratory. The training sessions aim to prepare teachers for implementing new projects in primary language arts."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20January-May,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0042_thumbnail.jpg "Developing Culturally-Based Learning Modules: The SWCEL Fellowship Program and Beacon Schools Initiative")
![["SWCEL has set a program theme focused on language arts with an emphasis on traditional culture's impact on learning. The theme was developed through planning meetings and has been approved by the Executive Board and Regional Council. Student testing is underway in beacon schools to evaluate program effectiveness. The Laboratory's address has changed to 117 Richmond Drive, NE, Albuquerque, New Mexico. Directors and specialists from regional educational laboratories met with U.S. Office of Education representatives in New Orleans for a briefing."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20January-May,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0041_thumbnail.jpg "Southwestern Cooperative Educational Laboratory: Primary Language Arts Program Development and Implementation - February 1967 Edition")
![["The document discusses the involvement of SWCEL (Southwest Center for Educational Laboratory) in improving education through research projects. The organization includes field offices, an advisory panel, and a central office in Albuquerque. Projects are developed by a small group and then involve more individuals at the local level, including teachers, students, administrators, and lay education leaders. The goal is to find solutions to education problems and implement innovative methods in the classroom."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20January-May,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0050_thumbnail.jpg "Understanding the Role and Organization of SWCEL in Improving Education Through Inclusive Research")
![["The document discusses the work of a Laboratory focused on community development, school boards, and administration in education. The Laboratory offers seminars and workshops for school board members to keep them updated with educational developments. They research school board-community relationships and develop new models to address current societal needs. The Laboratory follows a cycle of problem identification, research, development, testing, and dissemination of new programs. They also focus on individualized instructional techniques and materials, and encourage continuous evaluation and refinement of all programs."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20January-May,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0053_thumbnail.jpg "Enhancing Community Involvement and Technological Integration in Education: A Comprehensive Approach by the Laboratory")
![["The Southwest Center for Education and the Lab aims to improve education in the region and beyond by conducting research, developing effective methods for disseminating findings, and sponsoring studies to improve all aspects of education. They focus on curriculum development, training programs for educators, and addressing unique needs stemming from cultural differences in the region."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20January-May,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0052_thumbnail.jpg "SWCEL: Aiming for Equality and Improvement in Regional Education")
![["The SWCEL Beacon Schools program focuses on developing innovative classroom practices and materials for teachers. The program aims to identify and support research-oriented teachers and disseminate their methods to other schools. Beacon schools will serve as demonstration centers for new practices, with a focus on improving student achievement and aspiration levels. The program also includes training for first-grade teachers and para-professionals. Additionally, SWCEL is working on projects to develop new materials for junior high school American History curriculum. The program emphasizes contingency contracting and local problem-solving, with involvement from Area Directors and school administrators. The goal is to improve education in the Southwest region through innovative practices and research-oriented teaching."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20June-December,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0008_thumbnail.jpg "SWCEL's Innovative Classroom and School-Community Programs: A Focus on Teachers and Beacon Schools")
![["The SWCEL Newsletter discusses the challenges faced by Spanish-speaking students in achieving academic success in school districts in the SWCEL region. Recommendations include reevaluating reading methods, improving relationships between home and school, training teachers in bi-cultural teaching, and recognizing the talents of Spanish-speaking students. A program theme focused on language arts with an emphasis on traditional culture was developed through extensive planning meetings. Student testing is being conducted in beacon schools to provide baseline data for program evaluation. Members of SWCEL attended a briefing in New Orleans to discuss regional educational laboratory programs."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20June-December,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Addressing the Educational Needs of Spanish-Speaking Students: Recommendations from a Pueblo Educator")
![["The Southwestern Cooperative Educational Laboratory, Inc. focuses on addressing learning problems in English language arts for children from diverse cultural backgrounds. The program includes modules on culturally-based learning styles, language arts materials development, expectations for student and teacher success, and pre-reading programs. Corporate members are expected to support the program's objectives and have privileges such as voting on council members and participating in policy decisions."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20June-December,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Program Goals and Modules for the Southwestern Cooperative Educational Laboratory, Inc.: Addressing Language Learning Challenges for Culturally Diverse Students")
![["The All Nations Day Festival is held annually at Gwynn Oak Park in Baltimore, Maryland. The festival promotes friendship between people of all lands and showcases their customs, history, and cultural contributions. Participants can exhibit international exhibits, sell characteristic foods and drinks at bazaars, march in a colorful parade in traditional dress, and perform in a pageant. There are no fees for participation, and all publicity must align with the festival's objective of promoting friendship. The deadline for indicating participation is May 1st, and all communications should be addressed to Gereld L. Greenstreet."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20June-December,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0018_thumbnail.jpg "Invitation to the 17th Annual All Nations Day Festival at Gwynn Oak Park, Baltimore")
![["Mrs. Mildred Parker of Central Methodist Church in Arlington, Virginia wanted LD to speak to the Women's Society of Christian Service on November 7. LD declined due to prior commitments. Materials were sent to Mrs. Parker."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20June-December,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0074_thumbnail.jpg "Communication Regarding LD's Inability to Attend Women's Society of Christian Service Meeting at Central Methodist Church")