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1. Letters To The Editor.

Author

Haron, Dan, Woodard, Diann, Mattimore, Patrick, Sheerin, James M., and Smith III, Malbert

Published
2010

2. Boards: An 'Outmoded Relic' for Today's Needs.

Author

Mattimore, Patrick

Subjects
*LETTERS to the editor, *EDUCATION policy
Abstract

A letter to the editor is presented in response to the article "Should the Mayor Be in Charge?," in the December 12, 2007 issue.

Published
2008

3. On NCLB Progress and the Need for National Standards.

Author

Mattimore, Patrick

Subjects
*LETTERS to the editor, *EDUCATIONAL tests & measurements, *TESTS of Achievement & Proficiency
Abstract

A letter to the editor is presented in response to the article "State Tests, NAEP Often a Mismatch" in the June 13, 2007 issue.

Published
2007

4. Wits' End.

Author

Grenadier, Andrea and Mattimore, Patrick

Subjects
*LETTERS to the editor, *PARENTS, *TEACHERS, *RESPONSIBILITY, *EDUCATION, *GENIUS
Abstract

Presents several letters to the editor referring to the article "Hidden Genius" published in the May/June issue of the newspaper "Teacher Magazine." Responsibility of parents in their child's education; Difficulties faced by teachers in crafting lessons aimed at gifted students;

Published
2004

5. U.S. Could Learn Lesson From China on PISA.

Author

Mattimore, Patrick

Subjects
*LETTERS to the editor
Abstract

A letter to the editor is presented in response to the article "School Achievement: Let's Not Worry Too Much About Shanghai" in the January 12, 2011 issue.

Published
2011

6. What We Gain With National Standards.

Author

Mattimore, Patrick

Subjects
*LETTERS to the editor, *EDUCATIONAL standards
Abstract

A letter to the editor is presented in response to the article "Debunking the Case for National Standards" by Alfie Cohn in the January 14, 2010 issue.

Published
2010

7. Beef Up K-12 Services Before Pushing College.

Author

Mattimore, Patrick

Subjects
*LETTERS to the editor, *HIGH schools
Abstract

A letter to the editor is presented in response to the article "States Earn Poor Marks on College" in the December 10, 2008 issue.

Published
2009

8. Despite Its Flaws, NCLB Has Raised Expectations.

Author

Mattimore, Patrick

Subjects
*LETTERS to the editor, NO Child Left Behind Act of 2001
Abstract

A letter to the editor is presented in response to the article "Spellings Creates Education Index," in the September 17, 2008 issue.

Published
2008

9. What the Public Wants, and What the Media Give Us.

Author

Mattimore, Patrick

Subjects
*LETTERS to the editor, *EDUCATION
Abstract

A letter to the editor in response to the article "Education Slips as Election Issue," in the July 16, 2008 issue, is presented.

Published
2008

10. The Reverse Incentive of Rewards for Learning.

Author

Mattimore, Patrick

Subjects
*LETTERS to the editor, *REWARDS & punishments in education
Abstract

A letter to the editor is presented in response to the article "Reading Scores Given Bump by Student Incentives, Study Finds" in the June 4, 2008 issue.

Published
2008

11. Higher Graduation Rates, or Better-Prepared Graduates?

Author

Mattimore, Patrick

Subjects
*SECONDARY education, *LETTERS to the editor
Abstract

A letter to the editor is presented in response to the article "NCLB Plan Would Add New Rules" in the April 30, 2008 issue.

Published
2008

12. Put the Brakes on AP.

Author

Mattimore, Patrick

Subjects
*ADVANCED placement programs (Education), *EDUCATIONAL tests & measurements, *EDUCATIONAL change, *ADVANCED students, *MINORITY students
Abstract

The author reflects upon media coverage regarding the Advanced Placement (AP) program and exams. Particular focus is given to reported percentages of students taking and passing AP exams. Statistics regarding the performance of non-Asian minority students on AP exams are also presented. It is the author's opinion that school systems must seek to prepare their students for participation in the college level courses offered through the AP program rather than focusing on the program's expansion.

Published
2008

13. Are Students, Not NCLB, Behind New-Teacher Flight?

Author

Mattimore, Patrick

Subjects
*LETTERS to the editor, NO Child Left Behind Act of 2001
Abstract

A letter to the editor is presented in response to the article "Letters to a Young Teacher," by Jonathan Kozol in the August 29, 2007 issue.

Published
2007

14. To Make Schools Safe, First Know the Facts.

Author

Mattimore, Patrick

Subjects
*LETTERS to the editor, *SCHOOL safety
Abstract

A letter to the editor is presented in response to the article "To Make Schools Safe, Make All Children Visible," by Sam Chaltain in the October 25, 2006 issue.

Published
2006

15. In Testing, Social Factors Outweigh type of School.

Author

Mattimore, Patrick

Subjects
*LETTERS to the editor, *PRIVATE schools
Abstract

A letter to the editor is presented on the performance of private schools evaluated by researchers from the University of Illinois.

Published
2006

16. Help With College Begins in Preschool.

Author

Mattimore, Patrick

Subjects
*LETTERS to the editor, *UNIVERSITIES & colleges
Abstract

A letter to the editor is presented related to the article "Competing for College," by Nina Hurwitz in the January 25, 2006 issue.

Published
2006

17. Does Class Size Affect How Teachers Teach?

Author

Mattimore, Patrick

Subjects
*LETTERS to the editor, *CLASS size
Abstract

The article presents a letter to the editor in response to the article "Increase Class Size —And Pay Teachers More," published in the November 02, 2005 issue.

Published
2005

18. California's 'Educational Nightmare': Taking Stock.

Author

Mattimore, Patrick

Subjects
*LETTERS to the editor, *EDUCATIONAL tests & measurements
Abstract

Presents a letter to the editor about the National Assessment of Educational Progress tests of reading and mathematics.

Published
2005

19. For Isolated Teachers, Don't Forget Listservs.

Author

Mattimore, Patrick

Subjects
*LETTERS to the editor, *PSYCHOLOGY teachers
Abstract

Presents a response to a letter to the editor on the article "The Challenge of Change Leadership," published in the October 2004 issue of the journal "Education Week."

Published
2004

20. The Golden Mean.

Author

Mattimore, Patrick

Subjects
*MODERATION, *NUMBER theory, *TEACHING, *HIGH schools
Abstract

The Roman poet Horace coined the Latin phrase aurea mediocritas, which translated means the golden mean. The "golden mean" is a useful mathematical concept for expressing relationships between numbers. Linguists define the concept somewhat differently, as a sensible way of doing things or the avoidance of extremes. Educational theorists, unfortunately, are ignorant of the concept entirely. The author taught for 10 years at an average-performing urban high school in San Mateo County, California. During his years as a teacher, he followed the reform debate, looking for ways to inform and improve his own teaching.

Published
2004

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