Before Adopting School Choice, Review What Works and What Fails.

Nathan, Joe

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ERIC Number: EJ393510

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1989

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Before Adopting School Choice, Review What Works and What Fails.

Nathan, Joe

American School Board Journal, v176 n7 p28-30 Jul 1989

Among the features of a good public school choice plan are (1) a clear goal statement; (2) information and counseling for parents in selecting programs for their children; and (3) admissions procedures that are fair and equitable. Cites characteristics of school choice programs in Minnesota and East Harlem, New York. (MLF)

Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Elementary Secondary Education, Magnet Schools, Postsecondary Education, Public Schools, School Choice, Student Attitudes, Student School Relationship

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Non-Classroom

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Audience: Policymakers

Language: English

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