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World War 1
After World War 1, standardized tests were created to test military recruit's intellectual levels. These tests are still the basis of standardized testing today. They are designed for a large number of people at the same time, and they are cost effective and efficient. -
Brown vs. Board of Education
Brown vs. Board of Education ruled that separate but equal schools were in fact not equal. This allowed African Americans to go to school in white public schools. This is important as this ruling equalized resources for African Americans, and improved their academic outcomes. -
The Elementary and Secondary Education Act
The Elementary and Secondary Education Act introduced Head Start programs and Title One. Head Start serves children in all 50 states currently. It is a successful program that provides educational readiness and support for minority children, and children from low income families. -
No Child Left Behind
No Child Left Behind was a very rigorous accountability system. It is very important to education as it holds schools accountable for fixing the unequal educational achievement of all types of students. It also ensures that teachers are qualified for the subject they are teaching. -
Individuals Disabilities Education Act
Most recently amended in 2004, the Individuals Disabilities Education Act ensures that public education is free to students with disabilities. It also ensures there are programs in the publics schools that meet the needs of students with disabilities. This Act is incredibly important in ensuring that children with disabilities have access to programs and a successful education.
