The National Research Council (2004) recommended which of the following as a way to improve U.S. high schools?

A. Encourage students to focus on one extracurricular activity at a time.
B. Involve students in public health care.
C. Find ways to get students more engaged in learning.
D. Discourage students from taking on community service involvements.


Answer: C

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