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Tenure, Dismissal and Performance Pay Policies in SREB States


How is teacher reform legislation in SREB states influencing tenure, dismissal and performance pay for educators?


This 2011 report details statutory changes to teacher dismissal, performance pay and tenure policies from 2009-2011 in 12 SREB states, including Alabama, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Maryland, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas and Virginia.

In Focus on Teacher Reform Legislation in SREB States: Tenure, Dismissal and Performance Pay Policies, SREB researchers explore modifications to probationary periods and related teacher ratings, grievance processes and termination procedures, and teacher evaluations and professional development.

Teacher reform legislation, ultimately, seeks to improve student achievement. New laws, amendments and policies that were enacted within this three- year period reflect the growing role of teacher effectiveness in shaping policies, programs and the education profession.



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