National Accountability Movement Offers Lessons for California

May 2000
California is not alone in grappling with how to find a fair and effective public school accountability system that will improve student learning. In fact, the state is a follower rather than a leader in a national accountability trend that is sweeping the country, partly because of a strong push from the federal government.

This 12-page report—which covers the presentations at EdSource’s March 2000 forum—takes a look at the birth of this movement, what lessons can be learned from other states, and the views of experts and policymakers on California’s approach.

Download a PDF version of this free 12-page report. (185K)