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Charter Schools Lessons in School Reform
This book takes the reader inside the charter school movement, answering such questions as: *What is a charter school? *How are charter schools different from other public schools? *What does it take to create a charter school? *What motivates the people who initiate such schools? *What lessons can be learned from the experiences of those who have founded charter schools? *What does the growth of the charter school movement mean for society at large? Using d… More >>
Charter Schools Lessons in School Reform
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The Right Choice? Charter Schools and Voucher Systems
Vhs video EXACTLY as described. Discussed alternative education choices beyond the Public school system. Although intended to promote academic success for all, the traditional public school system inthe U. S. has not always ben able to measure up to its own high standards. In districts characterized by sagging test scores and dilapidated buildings, many parents are having second thoughts about enrolling their chidlren. This provocative two-part series contends that … More >>
The Right Choice? Charter Schools and Voucher Systems
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School Choice: The Findings
School Choice: The Findings is the most comprehensive and up-to-date survey available summarizing the research on charter schools, vouchers, and public versus private school effectiveness. The focus is on rigorous studies – those using randomized control groups (as in medical research), those that monitor achievement changes over time, and those based on large numbers of students. The findings reviewed here go beyond academic achievement, covering students’ civic en… More >>
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Religious Charter Schools: Legalities and Practicalities
This book explores the constitutionality of religion-based charter schools. The method of analysis uses hypothetical charter schools to answer legal questions. The answers are grounded in law using the latest precedent. The background material before examining charters sets forth both the legal and policy contexts of religious charters schools. The legal context includes a detailed analysis of the Establishment Clause of the U.S. Constitution focusing on the most re… More >>
Religious Charter Schools: Legalities and Practicalities
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The Buying and Selling of Education in America
In The Buying and Selling of Education in America the author is pointing out the following The influence of a $42 billion (2001 budget) on the educational system Who is in the Educational Arena with the $42 billion budget The role of Think Tanks in relationship to the money set aside for education Are Charter Schools concerned about making money or educating The role of High Stakes Testing How should we educate our teachers… More >>
The Buying and Selling of Education in America
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