Open AccessMultiple perspectives accountability systems: A perspective from Vermont
Author(s) -
Amy Fowler
Publication year - 2018
Publication title -
education policy analysis archives
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.727
H-Index - 46
ISSN - 1068-2341
DOI - 10.14507/epaa.26.3642
Subject(s) - accountability , perspective (graphical) , public administration , state (computer science) , political science , public relations , reciprocal , sociology , law , linguistics , philosophy , algorithm , artificial intelligence , computer science
In response to Bae’s (2018) Redesigning systems of school accountability: A multiple measures approach to accountability and support, this commentary expands on some key considerations for states and school districts as they seek different ways to support school improvement while also addressing the competing demands of educators, policymakers, and the public. Using examples from Vermont, the author highlights the need for: (1) states and districts to make accountability part of their core statement of values, with a focus on why certain measures are selected, not what measures are selected; and (2) reciprocal accountability through better collaborations between federal, state and local actors to identify and fund the best investments for education.