The Gap, Belonging with Nicklebee, But Not Nicholas; 2008
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- Identifier
- MS1133-0408
- Title
- The Gap, Belonging with Nicklebee, But Not Nicholas; 2008
- Description
- This academic paper presented by Dr. Paul McKendrick explores the issue of income inequality, particularly its effects on educational outcomes and the well-being of children in poor families. McKendrick discusses the widening wealth gap, its historical context, and its impact on various societal aspects such as health, education, and social mobility. He highlights the importance of addressing income inequality through policy and community efforts to improve the lives of the impoverished, especially children, who suffer disproportionate effects. The paper emphasizes strategies that have succeeded in improving educational outcomes for at-risk students, advocating for the creation of caring, inclusive communities that support all children's academic and social development.
- Date
- 20 November 2008
- Creator
- McKendrick, Paul
- topic
- talk
- lecture
- SPHEX Club
- Paul McKendrick
- McKendrick
- 2008
- income inequality
- wealth gap
- educational outcomes
- child poverty
- social mobility
- policy intervention
- community support
- educational strategies
- No Child Left Behind Act
- SOL assessments
- health disparities
- Remote Area Medical
- Type
- Text
- Genre
- lectures
- Digital Format
- application/pdf
- Language
- English
- Repository
- George M. Jones Library Association
- Rights
- https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/
- Rights Holder
- Paul McKendrick
Part of The Gap, Belonging with Nicklebee, But Not Nicholas; 2008