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American K-12 education

This Final Exam will invite you to analyze the historical forces that have worked to influence the evolution of American K-12 education. Please read the questions carefully, and respond to 1 option. Take some time to think about the question that you select and thoughtfully plan your response – there are no surprises here: each question is nested in big picture ideas that were central to the course. You are invited and encouraged to consult outside research.

Questions

1. Considering the colonial origins of the United States, the rationale for the American Revolution, and the role of the 10th Amendment to the US Constitution, was the creation and staying power of the common school model surprising and the emergence of school choice inevitable?
2. “The Elementary and Secondary Education Act signaled the beginning of the federal government’s direct involvement in American public education.” Please make an historical argument to support, modify or refute this claim.
3. Please analyze two key historical themes, episodes or events, centered on race and/or racism, which, in your opinion, have been central to the history of American K-12 education.

American K-12 education

This Final Exam will invite you to analyze the historical forces that have worked to influence the evolution of American K-12 education. Please read the questions carefully, and respond to 1 option. Take some time to think about the question that you select and thoughtfully plan your response – there are no surprises here: each question is nested in big picture ideas that were central to the course. You are invited and encouraged to consult outside research. Use APA referencing style.

Questions

1. Considering the colonial origins of the United States, the rationale for the American Revolution, and the role of the 10th Amendment to the US Constitution, was the creation and staying power of the common school model surprising and the emergence of school choice inevitable?
2. “The Elementary and Secondary Education Act signaled the beginning of the federal government’s direct involvement in American public education.” Please make an historical argument to support, modify or refute this claim.
3. Please analyze two key historical themes, episodes or events, centered on race and/or racism, which, in your opinion, have been central to the history of American K-12 education.