1. The Economic Impact of the Achievement Gap How four sources of variance in achievement conspire to create a permanent U.S. recession & why there is hope that things can change for the better in California. Dr. Derek S. Mitchell, CEO Partners in School Innovation March 2011
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6. International Gap: Math & Science 2009 PISA Results Topic US Performance Math Below Average Science Average Reading Average
Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) Program for International Assessment (15 year olds in 65 countries and other Education Systems)
Gaps Aren’t just different, they are NESTED.
So clearly the International GAP is the more potent contributor and must close if we’re to remain competitive and regain the top slots.
Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD)