Thinking carefully about equity and accountability

Authors
Scheurich, JJ Skrla, L Johnson, JF
Citation
Jj. Scheurich et al., Thinking carefully about equity and accountability, PHI DEL KAP, 82(4), 2000, pp. 293-299
Citations number
31
Categorie Soggetti
Education
Journal title
PHI DELTA KAPPAN
ISSN journal
00317217 → ACNP
Volume
82
Issue
4
Year of publication
2000
Pages
293 - 299
Database
ISI
SICI code
0031-7217(200012)82:4<293:TCAEAA>2.0.ZU;2-K
Abstract
Yes, state accouatability systems have many problems. Yes, there is evidenc e that they both increase and decrease equity. Yes, we need to listen to th ose who support these systems arid those who criticize them. But, as these authors see it, the primary question with regard to accountability systems must always be In this historical moment; can we use them to truly choose e ducational equity?