Roland Fryer recently published a report on the lessons that can be drawn from NYC charter schools. He found 5 practices that were associated with effective schools: ...five practices—more human capital or teacher feedback, data-driven instruction, high-dosage tutoring, increased time on task, and a relentless focus on high academic expectations—were consistently found in higher- achieving schools. Together, … Continue reading a relentless focus on high expectations
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Marijuana penalty reduction proposals in New York
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has proposed big changes in marijuana policy in his state: "There's a blatant inconsistency. If you possess marijuana privately, it's a violation. If you show it in public, it's a crime," Cuomo said. "It's incongruous. It's inconsistent the way it's been enforced. There have been additional complications in relation to the stop-and-frisk … Continue reading Marijuana penalty reduction proposals in New York
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