Innovation and Student Achievement

Governor Jennifer Granholm (D-Michigan) presented the first National Governors Association Public-Private Partnership Award to representativ… read more

Governor Jennifer Granholm (D-Michigan) presented the first National Governors Association Public-Private Partnership Award to representatives of Ford Motor Company.

Continuing the conference theme of “innovation,” James Simons, President of Renaissance Technologies Corp. gave the keynote address, talking about his Math for America organization and the need to improve students' math performance. He responded to questions from the governors. The other speakers gave presentations on the future of technology and improving student achievement in math and science. Other topics included comparison of U.S. schools with international assessments, preparing students for high-technology jobs, and the No Child Left Behind Act. They also responded to questions.

Frank Luntz gave a presentation on innovation and showed slides. He is the author of the book, Words That Work. close

Report Video Issue

People in this video

More People

Hosting Organization

More information about

Innovation and Student Achievement

183 Views
Program ID:
196794-1
Category:
Public Affairs Event
Format:
Forum
Location:
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
First Aired:
Feb 25, 2007 | 3:04pm EST | C-SPAN 1
Last Aired:
Feb 26, 2007 | 6:09pm EST | C-SPAN 2

Airing Details

  • Feb 25, 2007 | 3:04pm EST | C-SPAN 1
  • Feb 26, 2007 | 2:04am EST | C-SPAN 1
  • Feb 26, 2007 | 10:01am EST | C-SPAN 2
  • Feb 26, 2007 | 6:09pm EST | C-SPAN 2
Purchase a Download

Innovation and Student Achievement

  • MP3 audio - Standard
    Price:
    $0.99

User Created Clips from This Video