Accountability in Schools

Participants talked about how to increase the accountability of local school systems for their performance. They focused on the importance o… read more

Participants talked about how to increase the accountability of local school systems for their performance. They focused on the importance of feedback to the schools and the time to make the necessary changes. They also discussed the importance of measurable systems, like testing, to determine progress. They also spoke about federal programs that promote school accountability. After their prepared remarks they answered questions from the audience. close

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  • Chester E. Finn Jr. Scholar Manhattan Institute for Policy Research
  • Henry Olsen Vice President & Director Manhattan Institute for Policy Research->Center for Civic Innovation
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Accountability in Schools

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Program ID:
153137-1
Category:
Public Affairs Event
Format:
Forum
Location:
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
First Aired:
Oct 28, 1999 | 3:46am EDT | C-SPAN 2
Last Aired:
Oct 30, 1999 | 1:30pm EDT | C-SPAN 1

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  • Oct 28, 1999 | 3:46am EDT | C-SPAN 2
  • Oct 30, 1999 | 1:30pm EDT | C-SPAN 1
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