The Achievement Gap: Myths and Reality

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Accelerating Mathematics Achievement Using Heterogeneous Grouping (2006, background): “They point to studies of accelerated instruction indicating that an enriched, accelerated curriculum is more effective than a traditional remedial curriculum as a means of increasing the achievement of initial lower achievers (Bloom, Ham, Melton, & O'Brient, 2001; Levin, 1988; Oakes et al., 1990; Pe”
Accountability, Rigor, and Detracking: Achievement Effects of Embracing a Challenging Curriculum as a Universal Good for All Students (2008, unknown): “Our findings with regard to those students who had been lower achievers are consistent with what researchers know about the potential of accelerated curriculum and the damage done by rote curriculum (Adelman, 1999; AERA, 2004; Levin, 1997; Singham, 2003).”
The Impact of White Teachers on the Academic Achievement of Black Students: An Exploratory Qualitative Analysis (2008, background): “Toward this end, Singham (2003) posits: You will find a range of analyses (and a corresponding variety of suggested solutions): biased standardized tests, tests that do not match the learning styles of Black students, less money spent on educating Black students, socioeconomic differences, lack of…”