Chapter 7: Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA)

1. Describe the purpose of the ESEA of 1965.

2. NCLB was an important reauthorization of ESEA. What were the primary goals of NCLB?

3. What are the three major principles of NCLB?

4. NCLB requires the use of scientifically based research in all aspects of education. List the 4 descriptors of "scientifically based research" as it applies to public education and curriculum.

5. (a.) Who is eligible to receive accommodations or modifications for the statewide assessment?

(b.) Who is eligible for an alternate assessment based on alternate achievement standards?

6. What one word describes NCLB's unique contribution to public education?

7. The Every Student Succeeds Act was signed by President Obama in 2015. What provisions of NCLB were retained?

8. Describe the major changes with ESSA.