Paul E. Peterson interviews Patrick J. Wolf, Distinguished Professor at the University of Arkansas, about trends in student achievement. The discussion examines the stubborn nature of the achievement gap and instances where it has widened over time. The content originates from Education Next.
Key Points
- Interview focuses on long-term patterns in U.S. student performance
- Achievement gaps remain persistent and have widened in some areas
- Features analysis by education policy expert Patrick J. Wolf
Implications for Educational Freedom
No direct implications.
Source: The Education Exchange: The Ever-Stubborn, Often-Widening Achievement Gap
