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Peer reviewedMcNamara, James F. – International Journal of Educational Reform, 1998
Serious interest in reducing class size often begins with a key question: What available evidence would support the higher implementation costs? This article discusses positive results of a longitudinal statewide study in Tennessee (Project STAR) and uses findings to specify four guidelines for practitioners and policy makers. Evaluation plans…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Cost Effectiveness, Elementary Education, Longitudinal Studies
