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Annotated Bibliography

Author(s):National High School Center
Title:Eight elements of high school improvement: A mapping framework
Source:http://www.betterhighschools.org/docs/NHSCEight...
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Organization:National High School Center
Short Description:This framework consists of eight core elements and provides a lens for mapping school, district, and state high school improvement efforts.
Annotation:This framework consists of eight core elements and provides a lens for mapping school, district, and state high school improvement efforts. The reform elements include: rigorous curriculum, assessment and accountability, teacher quality, student and family supports, stakeholder engagement, governance, organization and structure, and resources for sustainability.
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Accountability and Productivity (K-12)
College Preparation/College Readiness
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