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Witte, John F. – Phi Delta Kappan, 1999
Parents and private schools are generally satisfied with Milwaukee's voucher program. Four results are fairly negative: loss of active parents from public schools; student attrition from private schools; closure of four private schools; and lower achievement-test scores. Also, proponents are using dubious findings to support unwarranted program…
Descriptors: Educational Vouchers, Elementary Education, Misconceptions, Parent Attitudes
Metcalf, Kim K.; Tait, Polly A. – Phi Delta Kappan, 1999
Research on choice (particularly publicly funded voucher programs) reveals that voucher parents with youngsters in private schools are pleased with the opportunity; voucher programs can be structured to provide additional choice for at-risk students; few eligible families apply for tuition vouchers; and academic achievement results remain…
Descriptors: Cost Effectiveness, Educational Benefits, Educational Vouchers, Elementary Education