During the Obama administration, changes have been made to education in The Blueprint for Reform. Professional teacher organizations such as the NEA and AFT have concerns about the new reform. What is their primary concern?
a. Growing federal control in education
b. Providing teachers with more control
c. U.S. students falling behind other countries in math and science
d. Lack of federal direction in schools
ANS: A
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