How does education research play a role in providing reliable information to parents?

Did we need to do research to figure out that there are some good teachers and some not-so-good teachers?

I think a specific example you cited was the Dutch school reform and choice movement.

Some are also concerned that growing default rates could be further exacerbated by the elimination of helpful services previously available through the now defunct Federal Family Education Loan Program.

Nineteen months ago, the Democrat-controlled Congress approved a federal takeover of the student loan industry to help pay for the president's health care law.

When the transition to the Direct Loan Program began, critics warned of a possible increase in student loan default rates.

My Republican colleagues and I were rightly concerned this political tactic could have unintended consequences on the nation's students, higher education institutions, and our economy.

The transition to the Direct Loan Program has also resulted in a decline in customer service for students and financial aid officers.

I think the federal government should be very limited in its work.

Thank you for testifying at the Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Training hearing entitled, 'Government-Run Student Loans: Ensuring the Direct Loan Program is Accountable to Students and Taxpayers.'

There is no excuse for anyone who wants to get a degree past high school not to get one.