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- 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_0051
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Organizational Structure and Functioning of the Southwestern Corporate Educational Laboratory
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Business--United States
- 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_7_0054
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Invitation to the Southwestern Cooperative Educational Laboratory Annual Meeting and Vote for Regional Council Members
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Business--United States, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Southwestern Cooperative Educational Laboratory: Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Banks and banking--United States, Business--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- New Staff Appointments and Educational Laboratory Roles: A SWCEL Newsletter
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- 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)
![["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 Southwest Center for Educational Laboratory is a non-profit organization in Texas with a Regional Council that oversees its operations. The Council is made up of 28 members who are elected annually and includes an Executive Board that meets monthly to make decisions on program and policy matters. Advisory Panel also evaluates Laboratory operations periodically."]](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_0051_thumbnail.jpg "Organizational Structure and Functioning of the Southwestern Corporate Educational Laboratory")
![["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 document is an invitation to join the Regional Council for lunch at the Holiday Inn following the Annual Meeting. Transportation will be provided to the motel. Accommodations can be reserved for one or two persons, or a suite, at various prices. The recipient is also reminded to vote for 7 Regional Council members as a Corporate Member of the Southwestern Cooperative Educational Laboratory."]](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_0054_thumbnail.jpg "Invitation to the Southwestern Cooperative Educational Laboratory Annual Meeting and Vote for Regional Council Members")
![["The document outlines the Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws of the Southwestern Cooperative Educational Laboratory, a non-profit corporation based in Texas. The purpose of the corporation is to conduct educational research, training programs for educators, develop curriculum, disseminate findings, and manage funds. The initial Board of Directors consists of three individuals from educational institutions in New Mexico and Texas. The Bylaws detail the offices, members, qualifications for membership, and rights and duties of members."]](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_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Southwestern Cooperative Educational Laboratory: Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws")
![["The SWCEL newsletter announces the appointment of three new staff members, including a business manager, an education administrator, and an instructional researcher. The newsletter discusses the unique structure of regional laboratories and the need for developing teaching strategies. It also highlights workshops conducted by SWCEL on classroom teaching and research progress. The newsletter emphasizes the importance of independence and innovation in the laboratory program to address old problems and ensure a successful future."]](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_0006_thumbnail.jpg "New Staff Appointments and Educational Laboratory Roles: A SWCEL Newsletter")
![["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")