Mary Metz research papers, 1968-1983.

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Metz, Mary. Mary Metz research papers, 1968-1983.

Mary Metz research papers, 1968-1983.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/315876158

Research materials (bulk 1979-1981) for Metz's book, "Different by Design," documenting the Milwaukee Public School District's implementation of magnet schools and their effectiveness in the school district's attempts to desegregate in the 1970s and 1980s. The research papers consist of interviews with students, parents and staff, classroom observations and statistical data on education in which she addresses racial attitudes, open education, individually guided education and relationships among students, parents and staff. Also included are two cassette recordings documenting conversations with students, parents, and staff at two of the magnet schools.

3.4 c.f., and2 tape recordings.

Wisconsin Historical Society Archives