Abstract: In honor of National Charter Schools Week, these authors offer an examination of where the charter movement stands and where it's going. They comment on three trends. First, charter schools are educationally diverse. Second, they face severe obstacles, both financial and political. Third, authorization—the act of chartering or licensing these schools—is the most important factor in creating high-quality charter schools. They encourage legislators to the give authorizing responsibility to organizations that have the ability and willingness to charter by choice, not coercion, and can provide ample financial and human resources.
Resource Type: Legislation/ Policy Analysis, Information for Charter Authorizers Resource Format: Online Document Target Audience: Authorizers, Researchers Resource Topic: Monitoring & Oversight
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