Please check out these websites. They have a lot of information, including studies that have proven that chess should be in the regular curriculum in schools. Chess has already been implemented in the curriculum in other states and countries. Why not in Miami?
The Benefits of Chess in Education - This is a 104 page pdf file which explains why chess should be in our educational system.
Story of How Chess Makes Kids Smarter - An article on parents.com about how this game makes kids smarter.
Educational Technologies - Good information on the subject.
Educational Benefits - Explains some of the educational benefits of chess.
Chess Corps - This gives you educational, recreational, and therapeutic benefits.
Quad City Chess - Teachers Guide on benefits by Dr. Robert Ferguson. |
