Is the “No child left behind” law leaving children behind?
Current trends in education have focused on a nationwide standardization movement. George W. Bush has recently passed the No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Act into law, initiating a phase in education known for high-stakes testing and teacher accountability. Federal authority in education is reaching an all-time high; legislation for a national curriculum is even now a contemporary consideration. The effects of the NCLB are far-reaching for the Limited English Proficient (LEP) student population who are often left behind due to overwhelming language barriers. LEP students must meet the same academic standards as their native English speaking peers.
