Scientifically test educational theories?

The Broad Foundation is putting a lot of money, $44 million, actually, into an effort to try to test, in a conclusive way, some educational ideas

…the research is intended to infuse education with the data-driven approach that is common in science and business, Dr. Fryer said. He compared the current methods of educational research [...]

Pay-for-Performance (for Schoolchildren)?

Pay based on performance is an idea that is coming soon to a school near you, perhaps.  But are we talking about teachers pay or paying students?

The 45% of CEOs who are opposed to pay for grades are often adamant in their opposition. Paying for grades is a “train wreck waiting to [...]