"The 'achievement gap' in education refers to the disparity in academic performance between groups of students. It is most often used to describe the troubling performance gaps between many African-American and Hispanic students, at the lower end of the performance scale, and their non-Hispanic white peers, and the similar academic disparity between students from low-income and well-off families. The achievement gap shows up in grades, standardized-test scores, course selection, dropout rates, and college-completion rates. It has become a focal point of education reform efforts." --Education Week

Saturday, March 5, 2011

Edutopia Poll


Here are the results from an online poll from Edutopia, a project of the George Lucas Educational Foundation.

What will do the most to narrow the achievement gap?

School-by-school efforts such as increased professional development for teachers or an emphasis on project-based learning.
26% (247 votes)
State or federal policy reforms such as class-size reduction or an increase in funding for recruiting high-quality teachers.
14% (128 votes)
Increased parental involvement at school and in children's lives.
33% (310 votes)
Social programs that address issues such as housing, health care, and activities for at-risk youth.
14% (132 votes)
None of the above. (Comment below.)
13% (122 votes)
Total votes: 939

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