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The Dismal Productivity Trend for K-12 Public Schools and How to Improve It

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  • Benjamin Scafidi, 2016. "The Dismal Productivity Trend for K-12 Public Schools and How to Improve It," Cato Journal, Cato Journal, Cato Institute, vol. 36(1), pages 121-141, Winter.
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