KIPP charter schools—strong, replicated evidence of sizable effects on student achievement
Having just published two Straight Talk reports on the pattern of disappointing effects for most rigorously-evaluated programs, we focus this report on a compelling positive example of demonstrated effectiveness. The example we showcase is the Knowledge is Power...An important—but fixable—flaw in the What Works Clearinghouse that can make ineffective programs appear effective (part three in a series)
Highlights: This report, like the previous one, offers constructive criticism of the What Works Clearinghouse (WWC), a widely-cited repository of evidence on “what works” in education that has successfully advanced rigorous evidence standards but also has flaws that...How What Works Clearinghouse reviews sometimes make ineffective education programs appear effective (part two in a series)
Highlights: The Institute of Education Sciences’ (IES) What Works Clearinghouse (WWC) is a widely-cited repository of evidence on “what works” in education. Since its launch in 2003, the WWC has played a central role in advancing rigorous evaluation methods in the...Showing 4 of 4 Reviews