Experts call for increase in testing in N.B. schools
AIMS acting President Charles Cirtwill welcomes news that New Brunswick is taking a serious look at data collection and student testing. However, he points out it is how educators use data that will help make improvements to the public education system.
Studies suggest standardized tests raise education levels
AIMS is a leading proponent of standardized testing in public schools, and it appears governments are finally getting the message. As New Brunswick reconsiders its options, AIMS acting President Charles Cirtwill points out that the top performing provinces in Canada all have standardized testing regimes. He says using the data from testing has helped Newfoundland and Labrador make dramatic improvements.
Atlantica – December 13, 2007
This edition of Atlantica features articles on the benefits delivered by greater integration between the U.S. and Canada, a blueprint for fixing the North American transportation network and a paper on the history of Atlantica.
The Beacon, 12 December 2007
This edition of the Beacon explores issues ranging from urban development to the Atlantic Gateway to education.
No promise on tax cuts
The province of New Brunswick is poised to post a $79-million surplus. AIMS acting President Charles Cirtwill says that money will be best spent paying down the provincial debt and ensuring that tax rates won't need to be hiked again.
Are big cities really saving the Canadian economy?
AIMS Senior Fellow in Urban Policy Patrick Luciani challenges the theory that municipal growth is driven by creative citizens.