Intersect Working Papers
Provides Iowa-specific research on education issues published by the Iowa Department of Education.
Documents
National Assessment of Educational Progess 2007: National and Iowa Socio-Economic Gaps By Location
| Date added: | 02/02/2009 |
| Date modified: | 07/20/2011 |
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The Iowa Department of Education study attempts to answer the question, “Is there a difference in the gaps in the achievement for student with different socio-economic levels between schools classified as central city, urban fringe, and rural?”
Teacher, Principal and Superintendent Salary Review 2002 to 2007
| Date added: | 02/02/2009 |
| Date modified: | 07/20/2011 |
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Iowa ranks 38th nationally in teacher salary compensation, the lowest quarter of all states. This study looks at what, if any, impact the Student Achievement and Teacher Quality Program has had on teacher salaries.
The 2007 National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) in Mathematics and Per-Pupil Expenditure
| Date added: | 02/02/2009 |
| Date modified: | 07/20/2011 |
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When compared with states with similar education spending, this study reviews Iowa’s ranking on NAEP results.
Relationship Between the Pattern of Mathematics and Science Courses Taken and Test Scores on ITED of
| Date added: | 02/02/2009 |
| Date modified: | 07/20/2011 |
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This Iowa Department of Education study show students who took at least one higher-level mathematics course or science course perform better on statewide tests than their peers who did not.
Statement Regarding the Public Release of Data: Cautions About Interpretation
| Date added: | 02/02/2009 |
| Date modified: | 07/20/2011 |
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This report provides information on the requirements regarding the release of data.