A Stanford University research project finds California's education system lacks coherence, hindering improvement despite record funding. - The report identifies fragmented governance and burdensome policies like the Dashboard and LCAPs.
- Districts receive little clear guidance, with 38 approved math materials leaving teachers overwhelmed. - The state's early literacy reforms, mandating phonics and funding reading coaches, are highlighted as a potential model.
The study calls for better alignment and support to scale successful practices.