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O'Connell, Mary – Joyce Foundation, 2012
In a period such as this, marked by extreme political partisanship and apparent gridlock at the federal level, it would be tempting to throw up one's hands in frustration. But this is just the time that a foundation like Joyce can add the most value--because the Joyce team members are non-partisan, not subject to the pressures of political and…
Descriptors: Philanthropic Foundations, Institutional Mission, Access to Education, Disadvantaged
Joyce Foundation, 2010
Once kids walk in the school door, the most important factor for how well they learn is the quality of their teachers. Having good teachers is important for all kids. But it's especially important for kids who are falling behind. Research shows that students who are taught by a really good teacher can make as much as a year and a half's worth of…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Teacher Effectiveness, Achievement Gap, Teaching Methods