Accession Number:

ADA278361

Title:

Strengthening United States National Security Through Education in the African American Community

Descriptive Note:

Research rept. Aug 1992-Apr 1993

Corporate Author:

INDUSTRIAL COLL OF THE ARMED FORCES WASHINGTON DC

Personal Author(s):

• Jackson, Dale O.

Report Date:

1993-04-01

Pagination or Media Count:

33.0

Abstract:

This paper provides a brief overview of the evolution and challenges pertaining to education in the African American community. It also explains the reason why improving education in the community is important for strengthening long term U.S. national security. A wide range of ideas, techniques, and methodologies for improving the quality of education are reviewed and a list of suggestions the Department of Defense can pursue in improving the quality of education in the community are also listed in the conclusion.

Descriptors:

• *UNITED STATES
• *NATIONAL SECURITY
• *EDUCATION
• DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
• COMMUNITIES
• QUALITY

Subject Categories:

• Sociology and Law
• Humanities and History

Distribution Statement:

APPROVED FOR PUBLIC RELEASE