Discuss the Rationale for "Standards-Based" Reforms and Describe Two Problems

question 55

Essay

Discuss the rationale for "standards-based" reforms and describe two problems with how special education fits into this movement.

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Definitions:

Product Differentiation

A marketing strategy that involves distinguishing a product or service from others in the market to attract a specific target audience.

Pure Competition

A market structure characterized by many buyers and sellers, free entry and exit, and a homogeneous product, leading to price determination by supply and demand.

Price-taking Behavior

Describes individuals or companies that accept market prices as given because they have no power to influence those prices.

Pure Competition

A market structure characterized by many buyers and sellers, homogenous products, and no barriers to entry or exit, leading to efficient outcomes.