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Direct linkFinn, Chester E., Jr.; Hentges, Christina M.; Petrilli, Michael J.; Winkler, Amber M. – Education Digest: Essential Readings Condensed for Quick Review, 2009
Of all the arguments that critics of school voucher programs advance, the one that may resonate loudest with the public concerns school accountability. Opponents say it's not fair to hold public schools accountable for their results (under No Child Left Behind and similar systems) and then let private schools receive taxpayer dollars--however…
Descriptors: Private Schools, Accountability, Educational Vouchers, Public Support
Download full textFinn, Chester E., Jr.; Hentges, Christina M.; Petrilli, Michael J.; Winkler, Amber M. – Thomas B. Fordham Institute, 2009
Critics of school voucher programs argue that private schools that receive taxpayer dollars should be held accountable to the same standards as public schools. School choice supporters counter that private schools should be left alone to answer to the parents of their students. The authors advocate for a re-visit to the discussion of…
Descriptors: Educational Vouchers, Private Schools, Accountability, Disclosure
Peer reviewedFinn, Chester E., Jr. – NASSP Bulletin, 1982
Argues for more equitable and effective public funding of private schools serving the categorical needs of learners. (Author/WD)
Descriptors: Accountability, Elementary Secondary Education, Equal Education, Private Schools
Finn, Chester E., Jr. – 1992
This document contains two essays--the first on public education, and the second on private education. The first essay, entitled, "Our Schools and Our Future," points out a paradox--public-opinion polls show widespread public receptivity to fundamental changes in the education system; however, this attitude is accompanied by widespread complacency…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Academic Standards, Accountability, Educational Innovation
