Week 4: Key Assignment 2 – Achievement Gap Analysis
This assignment will focus on the Achievement Gap — The “achievement gap” typically refers to achievement differences between students of different racial or ethnic backgrounds. In an essay with at least one theoretical perspective, explain, describe, and analyze this gap, with attention to how it is manifested in your state’s schools.
Indicate what you believe are the most likely contemporary causes of this gap, and how it might more effectively be addressed.