Survey Reflects Teachers' Opinions Regarding Tenure

According to a May 6, 2008 USA Today article, a recent survey conducted by the non-partisan group Education Sector indicates that approximately 50% of teachers believe it is too difficult for administrators to remove ineffective educators who have attained tenured status. The survey also revealed that only one-fourth of teachers find the evaluation process to be "useful and effective." Teacher support for unions has increased since the survey was last conducted in 2003.

The article is available at the USA Today Web site.