An extensive body of literature supports the effectiveness of active learning over traditional lectures for student exam performance and comprehension. (sciencemag.org)
According to the state student exams, only 35 percent are college - and career - ready. (longislandpress.com)
That intensified after Cuomo pushed a law through the legislature in spring 2015 requiring districts to base up to 50 percent of the job ratings on student exam scores. (newsday.com)