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This Week in Education
November 1 - November 7, 2007
K-12
Vouchers killed: Foes are elated; legislators call issue dead
Supporters say it was a worthy fight. But after eight full months of aggressive campaigning and millions of dollars spent on the battle, the voucher law was rejected by Utah voters. The voucher law was rejected by a 62 percent vote. At the same time, the voucher law lost in every county in the state.
Editorial: An economic case for high school reform
A recent Alliance for Excellent Education study documented the state-by-state economic impact of high school dropouts. Researchers at the Washington-based school change advocacy group determined that if all Minnesota 2003 freshmen had received their diplomas in 2007, the state would have an additional $3.9 billion to work with over the students' lifetimes.
Tuning in can stem dropping out: NYC program keeps close watch on students
Districts nationwide are trying a variety of approaches to combat high dropout rates, and three common themes have emerged as keys to success: intense one-on-one attention; frequent testing to ensure steady progress; and partnerships with nonprofits that provide resources not available in most urban districts. New York City's philosophy behind their anti-dropout programs is to make students aware that somebody cares about their lives and futures.
Teacher
State's teacher data put online: Database includes details officials once kept hidden
The state now lists the sins of more than 1,700 Ohio educators online. The Ohio Department of Education posted a database yesterday that names teachers, coaches, administrators and other licensed educators who have been reprimanded for misconduct ranging from lying to murder.
Gains Seen in Retooled Teacher Ed.: La. study suggests rookies can match veterans' results (edweek)
A study that scrutinizes 22 teacher-preparation programs in Louisiana says that it is possible to prepare new teachers who are as effective as, or sometimes more effective than, their experienced colleagues.
STEM
Texas study finds 39 model high schools in math, science
A select group of Texas high schools – including eight in the Dallas area – is chalking up impressive results in math and science by utilizing slightly larger classes and paying teachers in those subjects more money than other teachers, according to a report released Wednesday.
Free online materials could save schools billions
Since March, Dixon Deutsch and his students have been quietly experimenting with a little website that could one day rock the foundation of how schools do business.
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