Intersect Working Papers
Provides Iowa-specific research on education issues published by the Iowa Department of Education.
Documents
The Relation Between District Size and Student Achievement: Summary
| Date added: | 09/15/2009 |
| Date modified: | 07/26/2011 |
| Filesize: | 147.11 kB |
| Downloads: | 1089 |
The question is constantly asked: “What sized district produces the best student achievement?” This Iowa Department of Education study shows there is more to student achievement than the number of students in a district.
District Characteristics: What Factors Impact Student Achievement
| Date added: | 09/15/2009 |
| Date modified: | 07/26/2011 |
| Filesize: | 305.37 kB |
| Downloads: | 1495 |
Can a “perfect” district be organized in Iowa when it comes to impacting student achievement? This study looks at district characteristics that are associated with success on statewide-standardized tests.
Comparison of Performance On NAEP Mathematics Released Questions: Iowa and the Nation
| Date added: | 02/02/2009 |
| Date modified: | 07/20/2011 |
| Filesize: | 257.01 kB |
| Downloads: | 926 |
The National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) indicates that Iowa students in grades 4 and 8 comprehend numbers and operations better than their national counterparts. Other areas are not as dramatic.
Early Career Retention in Iowa
| Date added: | 02/02/2009 |
| Date modified: | 07/20/2011 |
| Filesize: | 209.91 kB |
| Downloads: | 983 |
A teacher shortage exists in Iowa. This study looks at the trends in teacher retention.
High School Graduation Rate - A Proposed Model for Graduating Class 2008
| Date added: | 02/02/2009 |
| Date modified: | 07/20/2011 |
| Filesize: | 286.78 kB |
| Downloads: | 1004 |
Graduation rate is one of the most important indicators used to measure high school success. This study examines the differences between current and proposed formulas for determining graduation rates.