Making Progress: An Update on State Implementation of Federal Education Laws Enacted in 1994.

摘要

The Goals 2000: Educate America Act and the Improving Americas Schools Act (IASA), which amended the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) and the Stewart B. McKinney Homeless Assistance Act, were enacted in 1994. They promote the flexible use of federal funds to support systemic, standards-based approaches to improving teaching and learning. State education agencies (SEAs) play a crucial role in implementing these laws: they are a primary source of information and guidance for local school districts; and the states have the lead role in setting academic standards and deciding how to assess student progress. This study, conducted under contract with the Planning and Evaluation Service in the Office of the Under Secretary, U.S. Department of Education (ED), focuses on the work of state administrators of federal programs.