Marcus A. Winters, the first graduate student supported by the Department of Education Reform at the University of Arkansas, has completed the requirements to receive a doctorate in economics.
His dissertation consists of three pieces, as is standard in economics. One of those pieces is on the effects of test-based grade retention (limiting social promotion) on subsequent student achievement in Florida. A version of that research has been published in the journal Education Finance and Policy.
Next time you see Dr. Winters, be sure to congratulate him. You’ll probably find him on the streets of New York, as he is currently a senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute.
Speaking of which, Marcus — I mean — Dr. Winters and I will be releasing tomorrow a new study on the effects of special education vouchers in Florida on the academic achievement of disabled students who remain in public schools. You can tune in here tomorrow to find the study and other commentary.
