Education Policy and Reform
Examining the role of government in education and ongoing debates about reform.
Key Questions
- Analyze the federal, state, and local roles in funding and regulating education.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of different educational reform initiatives.
- Justify the balance between local control and national standards in education.
Common Core State Standards
Suggested Methodologies
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