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Our fifty state laboratories are at work trying to improveeducation. This week Iowa Governor, Terry Branstad, initiated a plan to improveeducational achievement. The document is written in plain English sanseducational jargon. It emphasizes children, their achievement andwell-being.
One noteworthy feature is the no-pass system for third graderswho cannot read on grade level. It is clearly spelled-out and offers freetutoring and retesting (thereby passing to fourth grade) at any time.
The plan underscores bringing top college students into theteaching program and retaining them through opportunities to take on increasedresponsibilities and to earn higher salaries.
Read the plan and let me know what you think. I think Iowais leading the way in respecting professional teachers and providing a healthy environmentfor learning.
A summary article:
Here’s the entire report:
