Tag: student achievement

Differentiated instruction has received a great deal of attention as an effective instructional approach to teach all learners. It has become so widespread as to be included in teacher evaluations, curricular materials, and as a commonly used phrase among educators. The efficacy of differentiated instruction requires examination, however, especially concerning its effects on student achievement.

Charter schools provide an alternative approach to education in traditional public schools (TPS). Charter school popularity has grown dramatically in recent years, and many charters claim to substantially improve student achievement. However, I contend here that first, charter schools in general are not more effective than traditional public schools.  Second, I argue that there may