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Title:
Charter schools / Margaret Haerens and Lynn M. Zott, book editors.
Author:
Haerens, Margaret.

Zott, Lynn M. (Lynn Marie), 1969-
Publication Information:
Detroit, Mich. : Greenhaven Press, ©2012.
Call Number:
LB2806.36 .C5354 2012
Abstract:
Presents a collection of essays examining charter schools, including their strengths and weaknesses, pros and cons, and what can be done to improve them.
ISBN:
9780737754421

9780737754438
Series:
Opposing viewpoints

Opposing viewpoints series (Unnumbered)
Physical Description:
247 pages : illustrations, map ; 24 cm.
Contents:
Are charter schools a good alternative to public schools? : Charter schools are superior to public schools / Charter schools have had mixed results / The success of charter schools is a myth / Charters will raise the quality of traditional public schools / Charter schools draw money away from public schools / Charter schools are entitled to local educational funds

Are religious charter schools a viable choice? : Religious charters are constitutional in most circumstances / Religious charters are unconstitutional / Religious charters can provide a secular education / Religious charters do not serve the common good / Failing Catholic schools should become charter schools / Catholic schools should be saved through vouchers and tax credits

Do online charter schools work? : Online charter schools expand options and benefit students / Online charters may fail students and reduce public school funding / Online charters are innovative and effective / Online charters are expensive and problematic / Online charters reduce taxpayer costs / Online charter schools undermine homeschooling efforts

How can charter schools be improved? : Fewer and better charter schools should be opened / More charters should be opened / Charter schools are racially segregated / The charges of racial segregation in charter schools are overstated / The academic achievement of charter schools is more important than integration / Market-driven competition enhances both public and charter schools
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