The convergence quiz
Today's quiz: Consider the following, from a University of Georgia report on philanthropy and education:
"Today there is a convergence between the philanthropic sector and federal policymakers. Policies and practices developed, tested and advocated for by foundations have been included in new federal initiatives including Race to the Top." (From: http://www.coe.uga.edu/news/2011/07/11/uga-report-analyzes-philanthropic-investment-in-education/)
The convergence between foundations and the federal policy is because:
(1) both Gates/Broad et al and Arne Duncan independently came to the same conclusions about teaching and learning. The convergence is coincidental.
(2) Arne Duncan has a well-established philosophy of education, and Gates/Broad et al are following his lead