Condition of Education

The Nat. Center for Education Statistics (NCES) gathers statistics & facts on the condition & progress of education in the U.S. & Territories. This annual report by NCES for the Dept. of Education draws on numerous data sources to present indicators of important developments & trends in American education. Recurrent themes underscored by the indicators include participation & persistence in education, student performance & other outcomes, the environment for learning, & societal support for education. In addition, this year's special analyses focuses on private & secondary schools & on nontraditional undergraduates (such as those who are financially independent or attend part time). Charts & tables.Livingston, Andrea is the author of 'Condition of Education', published 2003 under ISBN 9780756734893 and ISBN 0756734894.