July/August 1997

Smaller Classes Do Make a Difference in the Early Grades
by Frederick Mosteller

Abstract: Research on small class size points to substantial improvement in learning in the early grades. Frederick Mosteller, Director of the Center for Evaluation Initiatives at Harvard, discusses the high-quality research that has been done on this issue, including Tennessee's Project STAR.

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Shrinking Pains: California's Initiative to Reduce Class Size Is Off to a Bumpy Start
by Anne C. Lewis

Abstract: This article discusses California's initiative to reduce class size. There is a waiting list for portable buildings, and 24% of teachers hired for smaller classes do not have teaching credentials. Despite the difficult challenges, morale is up.

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