Thursday, December 24, 2009

Key Studies to Consider

• A new study reveals the growing achievement gap related to tracking.

2009 Bracey Report (which sadly comes to us after the recent passing of a great contributor to education, Gerald Bracey. . .RIP)

• We must remain vigilant when pro-choice forces remain intent on using the plight of the poor to promote their agenda; see this unmasking of the Harlem Zone claims.

• See also Ravitch on Harlem Zone.

Sunday, December 6, 2009

My Op-Ed in The State

I argue against more accountability and continue to plea for some acknowledgment that social conditions are failing our children:

New president, same failed education policy