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The number of Philadelphia students who enroll in courses meant to help them pass a class they’ve previously failed has more than doubled over recent years, a Chalkbeat analysis of federal data found.
Philadelphia Superintendent Tony Watlington has said credit recovery helps students reach graduation. But some skeptics say the classes don’t always teach all the necessary material, allowing students to earn credits without learning much.
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Credit recovery enrollment rose 13% since 2017, raising questions about graduation rigor
Federal data shows credit recovery course enrollment grew 13% post-pandemic, raising concerns about high school graduation requirements and online course rigor.
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