School Finance: A Policy Perspective

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Author: Allan R. Odden

ISBN-10: 0073525928

ISBN-13: 9780073525921

Category: Educational Administration - General & Miscellaneous

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School Finance is a core text for all masters and doctoral level students of educational administration that - in addition to a clear and concise presentation of the subject - offers unique computer simulations in which students can apply school finance formulas to better understand the real-world consequences of decisions and allocations.

Preface1Introduction and Overview to School Finance12Equity and Adequacy Frameworks in School Finance263The Public Finance Context794School Finance Structures: Formula Options and Needs Adjustments1545Improving State School Finance Systems2416Allocation and Use of Funds at the District, School, and Classroom Levels2647Ways to Improve Educational Productivity2888Using Education Dollars More Wisely to Improve Results3239Creating an Education System with Incentives35210School-Based Financing: Formula Funding of School Sites37311Changing Teacher Salary Structures403Appendix426Glossary430References436Author Index466Subject Index473