| Both the economy and a push to measure teacher effectiveness in new ways have led states to revamp funding for the certification. • Related story: Stimulus Reflects Push for Teacher Effectiveness |
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| A panel led by the National Research Council is trying to identify "core ideas" in each of the major science disciplines. • Curriculum Matters Blog: Is Race to Top Fueling Skepticism of Common Standards? |
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Private Sector Competes for Share of Stimulus Pie(February 5, 2010, Education Week) |
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| An analysis of NAEP scores suggests policymakers should consider the needs of gifted students to address a persistent “excellence gap.”(February 5, 2010) |
| The Obama administration calls for a shift toward measuring college and career readiness as it prepares proposals for revamping the law.(February 5, 2010) |
Commentary Common standards should not take the joy and power of book reading away from students, Nancie Atwell writes. (February 8, 2010) |