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Pallas, Aaron M.; And Others – Urban Education, 1987
Critically evaluates recent statements and actions by federal and state officials who do not realize the efforts that will be necessary to raise school standards. Reviews kinds of standards proposed by current reform, considers their effects, and discusses the conditions under which at risk students could respond positively to higher standards.…
Descriptors: Academic Standards, Basic Skills, Dropout Rate, Educational Improvement