Douglas N. Harris
Douglas N. Harris is an economist and education policy expert, known for his work on the economics of education, school accountability, and charter schools. He is a professor at Tulane University and the founding director of the Education Research Alliance for New Orleans.
Books
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1. Value Added Measures In Education
What Every Educator Needs to Know
This book provides an in-depth examination of value-added measures (VAM), a method used to evaluate the effectiveness of schools and teachers by looking at the academic progress of students over time. The author critically analyzes the potential and limitations of VAM, discussing its implications for policy, practice, and the future of educational assessment. Through a comprehensive review of research and data, the book explores how value-added modeling can impact teacher accountability, school improvement, and student outcomes, while also addressing the controversies and challenges associated with its implementation in the educational system.
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