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Reauthorizing ESEA: What We Know and Where We Should Go with School Improvement
Rebecca Herman, Brian M. Stecher, Laura S. Hamilton
Feb 11, 2015
The RAND Blog
Federal policy should ensure that school improvement is a priority, that schools adopt proven reforms that fit the school context, and that schools and their districts are held accountable when federal resources are used for school improvement.
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The 2015 Summer Reading List for Congress
Aug 5, 2015
With Capitol Hill slowing for August recess, this list of must-read research and commentaries will help ensure that policymakers are ready to dive right back in this fall.
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Education Reform
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Reauthorizing ESEA: Four Recommendations to Improve Teaching Effectiveness
Laura S. Hamilton, Brian M. Stecher, Grace Evans
Feb 3, 2015
The RAND Blog
Policies aimed at boosting teaching effectiveness are a key component of a strong ESEA reauthorization. Addressing discrepancies in teacher quality helps teachers improve, retains effective teachers, and makes the teaching profession an attractive option for those contemplating careers.
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No Child Left Behind Act of 2001
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Making Room for New Approaches: Recommendations for ESEA Reauthorization That Support Innovation
John F. Pane @JohnFPane
Jan 27, 2015
The RAND Blog
As lawmakers consider the reauthorization of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act, it is critical that in meeting their objectives they do not create unnecessary obstacles to the productive innovations being explored at schools, such as personalized learning.
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No Child Left Behind Act of 2001
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Reauthorizing ESEA: Four Recommendations to Make Testing Work
Laura S. Hamilton, Brian M. Stecher, Grace Evans
Jan 21, 2015
The RAND Blog
Will Congress be able to reauthorize ESEA in 2015? Success will depend on legislators clearing several hurdles, such as decisions regarding teacher quality, school improvement, and charter schools. And at the center of the debate remains the issue of federal requirements for testing.
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Teacher Effectiveness
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Flexibility Is Key in Administration's Call for Teacher Equity Plans
Jennifer L. Steele, John Engberg, Brian M. Stecher
Aug 22, 2014
The RAND Blog
Metrics like teacher experience and licensure reveal little about teachers' impact on student learning. The focus should be on disadvantaged students' access to effective teachers.
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Academic Achievement
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Are High-Stakes Tests Counterproductive?
Laura S. Hamilton, Gabriella C. Gonzalez
Apr 22, 2013
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
If we want testing to exert beneficial effects on teaching and learning, we need to advocate for higher-quality tests and for evaluation and accountability systems that use multiple measures and do not rely exclusively on test scores, write Laura Hamilton and Gabriella C. Gonzalez.
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Education Policy
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Taking Stock on the Anniversary of 'No Child Left Behind'
Brian M. Stecher
Jan 10, 2013
The Huffington Post
While “No Child Left Behind” aims to improve schools, Congress can improve the law. Flexibility and capacity are crucial, particularly for struggling schools, writes Brian Stecher.
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Academic Achievement
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No Child Left Behind, Act II
Brian M. Stecher
Jan 8, 2013
Philadelphia Inquirer
The bill's eleventh anniversary presents an opportunity to consider what the evidence tells us about how to make NCLB more effective.
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School Services
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Why We Need to Study the Tutors
Megan K. Beckett
Jan 20, 2010
Education Week
Based on the results of statewide standardized tests, more than 15 percent of U.S. schools are in need of improvement. The students attending these schools need help, writes Megan Beckett.
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No Child Left Behind Act of 2001
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Revamp NCLB to Fulfill Its Promise
Brian M. Stecher
Sep 16, 2007
Baltimore Sun
Research reveals that NCLB has flaws, but changes can be made that preserve its basic goals of school accountability and student improvement, writes Brian Stecher.
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Educational Program Evaluation
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The Limits of Average Test Scores
Laura S. Hamilton
May 11, 2007
Pittsburgh Business TImes
The Limits of Average Test Scores, in Pittsburgh Business Times on May 11, 2007.
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No Child Left Behind Act of 2001
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'No Child' Leaves Too Much Behind
Brian M. Stecher
Sep 13, 2006
Washingtonpost.com
Published commentary by RAND staff: 'No Child' Leaves Too Much Behind, in Washingtonpost.com.
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Parents of Schoolchildren: Start Your Information Engines
Brian Gill, Laura S. Hamilton
Oct 10, 2004
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Published commentary by RAND staff.
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Test-Based Accountability: Making It Work Better
Brian M. Stecher, Laura S. Hamilton
Feb 20, 2002
Education Week
Published commentary by RAND staff.
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