Public Opinion
In the News: Trump Should Capitalize on Vouchers’ Newfound Popularity
In an op-ed for Real Clear Education, Paul Peterson notes that public opinion surveys are finding that public support for vouchers is growing.
Public Opinion
Uncle Sam and America’s Schools in the Trump Administration
The most important question for any incoming Republican president is, “Are you hoping to advance particular programs or a steady, coherent conservative philosophy?”
Public Opinion
An Evidence-Based, Voter-Approved Policy Agenda for Education
Based on my analysis of public opinion, there is broad public support for four policies, all of which also have at least modest research evidence to support them.
Public Opinion
Education Takes 11th in ‘16
Education is clearly not a top-tier issue for the public right now, but it’s also nowhere near the bottom.
Public Opinion
Parsing Public Opinion on Policy
The results of three recent polls on education policy should provide interesting fodder for the winners of state and national elections.
Public Opinion
5 Reasons Why School Choice is Important Right Now
At a panel discussion this Friday, education researchers, change agents, community- and thought-leaders, and policy makers will discuss what we’ve learned about the country’s views on K-12 education over the past decade.
Public Opinion
Why Do Two Good Polls Get Different Results?
Gauging public opinion on parental opt-out, charters, Common Core and vouchers
Public Opinion
New Poll Offers News Both Heartening and Glum for Education Reformers
When it comes to fundamental principles and practices regarding K–12 education, the American public is generally pretty sensible and steadfast.
Public Opinion
Common Core: How Much Do People Know About Its Real Impact?
Are opinions about the Common Core driven by the public debate broadcast in the media or are they rooted in direct knowledge about what is happening in schools?
Public Opinion
2015 EdNext Poll Finds High Levels of Support for Testing and Little Sympathy for the Opt-Out Movement
Today Education Next and the Program on Education Policy and Governance at Harvard Kennedy School released the ninth annual Education Next public opinion poll on education policies.
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… So we can rewire schools for belonging and achievement
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State teacher-license prep materials peddle a debunked theory
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