Pennsylvania can easily start by embracing the approach taken by Louisiana and its so - far successful reform effort in New Orleans, handing over control of traditional schools to an array of Parent Power groups, community organizations, and charter school operators. (dropoutnation.net)
Athough the exchange has already gone through significant changes, including a revamp of back - office technology and the introduction of stricter listing requirements, «it is still too early,» to tell how successful its reform efforts will be, says Harvey Sawikin, a founder and portfolio manager of New York boutique bank Firebird Management. (gfmag.com)
Successful reform efforts require leadership support, and they should address all aspects of the learning environment — from the curriculum and teaching, to how classrooms are configured, said James Collins, who is the Virginia M. Ullman Professor of Natural History and the Environment at Arizona State University: «You can't fix one point on the continuum and expect the continuum to change.» (aaas.org)