As school districts across the country face tighter budgets, many are turning to larger classrooms as a cost saving measure. Despite some criticisms that this move could hamper student achievement, there’s no “one size fits” all solution, notes Fellow Matthew Chingos.

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Podcast@ Brookings Podcast: Do Larger Classes Harm Student Achievement?
March 16, 2012