no child left behind act of 2001

Examines the provisions of the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001, showing changes the Act effected, including its requirements for testing, and includes a guide to the Act from the U.S. Department of Education. Includes a CD-ROM with the full text of the Act.

A study of federal elementary and secondary education policy in the United States between 1965 and 2005, discussing factors that have allowed the federal government such a large role in schools, why such actions gained the support of both political parties, the passage of No Child Left Behind legislation, and other topics.

"With latest data and research, scholars study what lessons can be drawn from earlier efforts to help NCLB achieve its goals. Authors show that standards-based reform has had some positive effects and some of the critics' greatest fears have not been realized. Recommendations offered for implementation of impending reauthorized NCLB"--Provided by publisher.

Explains the major features of the No Child Left Behind Act, discussing the history of accountability and achievement, yearly progress, Title I, early childhood education, restructuring, school finance, and other related topics.

Provides an overview of No Child Left Behind legislation and the Individuals with Disabilities Improvement Act, and presents related case studies with discussion questions and activities.

Provides an overview of No Child Left Behind legislations, discussing its history, outcomes, issues, and initiatives.