Vol. 27, Issue 18
Web Extras
The State Highlights Reports assemble important findings in an accessible format that allows readers to examine a particular state’s performance on this year’s indicators.
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This interactive map offers a quick way to examine State-by-State grades and summary data.
A “Grading Calculator” that lets readers calculate grades for states based on weighting schemes that they devise themselves.
Provides comprehensive data for individual states and ways to compare multiple states' data in all categories.
From Print
Executive Summary
Quality Counts 2008 reintroduces state grades in six key areas, from the Chance-for-Success Index to the teaching profession.
Overview
Although student achievement is linked to good teachers, there is no system for attracting, training, and supporting the best people for the job.
A 50-state examination of teacher salaries relative to comparable occupations.
DATA
The ways of understanding teacher quality are changing as information systems allow states and districts to track educators and their students over time.
PAY
States may be able to play a strong role in rethinking teacher compensation systems, including basing rewards, in part, on student gains.
Even among the small number of states with pay-for-performance programs, the particulars vary widely.
Working Conditions
When it comes to retaining teachers, studies suggest that the circumstances of their jobs may matter even more than their salaries.
State of the States
This year’s report expands the set of indicators used in past years and reintroduces state grades.
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Chance-for-Success Indicators PDF |
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Standards, Assessments, and Accountability PDF |
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Transitions and Alignment PDF |
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The Teaching Profession PDF |
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