Bruce D. Baker

Professor in the Graduate School of Education at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
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  • Research Brief: How Money Matters for Schools
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    How Money Matters for Schools

    Bruce D. Baker
    Jul 17 2018
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    This brief is based on a report reviewing research on the role of money in determining school quality. The research found that schooling resources that cost money are positively associated with student outcomes. In addition to summarizing the report, the brief offers these policy recommendations: Ensure school finance reforms are linked to thoughtful standards and supports for students and teachers, invest more in students who have greater needs, and invest in human resources.
    Topic Equitable Resources​ and Access
  • How Money Matters for Schools
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    How Money Matters for Schools

    Bruce D. Baker
    Dec 13 2017
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    For decades, some politicians and pundits have argued that “money does not make a difference” for school outcomes. While it is certainly possible to spend money poorly, this viewpoint is strongly contradicted by a large body of evidence from rigorous empirical research. This document presents a brief explanation of the goal of school finance reforms, followed by summaries of the main bodies of evidence that illustrate how equitable and adequate school funding improves student outcomes.
    Topic Equitable Resources​ and Access

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Improving Education the New Mexico Way: An Evidence-Based Approach

Dec 01 2020
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In New Mexico, children and young people who face barriers to school success from poverty and marginalization are the norm, not the exception. A year-long study from LPI is designed to provide New Mexico policymakers, stakeholders, leaders, and other interested parties a research perspective on the challenges facing education in the state and to identify evidence-based policies that could build a high-quality, equitable system.
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Sustainable Strategies for Funding Teacher Residencies: Lessons From California

Nov 12 2020
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High-quality teacher residencies have the potential to address workforce challenges, including teacher shortages, underprepared educators, and, when adequately funded, workforce diversity. In 2018-19, California provided seed funding to jump-start or scale such programs. Recognizing that state funding may not always be reliable, programs are also working toward greater financial sustainability. This report examines the current state of teacher residencies in California and strategies these programs use to sustain funding, particularly in the wake of COVID-19.
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Elementary School Principals' Professional Learning: Current Status and Future Needs

Oct 27 2020
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Research has found that high-quality professional learning opportunities for principals can build leadership capacity. This study reports on findings from a survey of elementary school principals on access to high-quality professional learning. The survey showed that, while most had access to professional development, far fewer were able to participate in authentic learning opportunities addressing deeper learning, student well-being, and equity.