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Education Olympics 2008: The Games in Review

Summary
This report parallels the Olympics by awarding medals to top performing countries based on international assessments in reading, math and science. The report makes the claim that the low rankings of the U.S. on these tests will weaken the U.S. economy and jeopardize its future global standing.
Publication Date
October 14, 2008
Research Areas
Governance & Public Education; Assessment & Accountability
Authors
Edward G. Fierros, Villanova University Mindy Kornhaber, Penn State University
Publication Type
Think Twice
Press Release

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