NO CHILD LEFT BEHIND ACT §

Description §

The No Child Left Behind Act is a U.S. federal law enacted in 2001 aimed at improving education by increasing standards and accountability in public schools.

Related Concepts §

• 2001 — The enactment of the No Child Left Behind Act occurred in the year 2001
• UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION — The No Child Left Behind Act is administered by the U.S. Department of Education, which is responsible for ensuring compliance and implementation
• STANDARDIZED TESTING — The No Child Left Behind Act expanded the use of standardized testing as a mechanism for accountability in schools
• DARLING-HAMMOND — Darling-Hammond’s research evaluates the impacts of the No Child Left Behind Act on assessment practices and education quality
• ADAMSON — Adamson collaborates with Darling-Hammond in researching the implications of the No Child Left Behind Act on assessments and educational system
• SCHOOL REFORM — The No Child Left Behind Act is a major component of school reform efforts aimed at improving educational outcomes