National Standards for American Education: A Symposium.

Finn, Chester E., Jr.; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ398424

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Publication Date: 1989

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National Standards for American Education: A Symposium.

Finn, Chester E., Jr.; And Others

Teachers College Record, v91 n1 p3-30 Fall 1989

An argument is presented for a common core of basics for all students. In addition, national standards are considered within the contexts of a pluralistic society and societal goals. Costs and benefits of adopting national standards are examined in light of the experiences of other countries with centralized educational policies. (IAH)

Descriptors: Comparative Education, Cost Effectiveness, Cultural Pluralism, Educational Objectives, Elementary Secondary Education, Foundations of Education, National Standards, Required Courses

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Assessments and Surveys: National Assessment of Educational Progress

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