Preston E. Green - Charter Schools

Maria Niag, a professor at the University of Connecticut, discusses her work on legal issues in charter schools, particularly focusing on student rights. She highlights the ambiguity in charter schools being public for some aspects and private for others, especially concerning student rights. Niag argues that charter schools should provide the same constitutional protections as traditional public schools.

What is the primary focus of Maria Niag's research in charter schools?

• Financial management

• Teacher training

• Student rights

• Curriculum development

Which university is Maria Niag associated with?

• Harvard University

• University of California

• University of Connecticut

• New York University

How do charter schools often describe their nature?

• Completely private

• Neither public nor private

• Public for some aspects, private for others

• Completely public

What rights do charter schools sometimes argue they do not need to provide?

• Right to education

• Due process and equal protection

• Right to privacy

• Right to free speech

What is Maria Niag advocating for in terms of charter schools?

• More autonomy

• Equal constitutional protections for students

• Increased funding

• Stricter regulations