Grasping at Educational Straws

Small schools vs. large schools? Small classes vs. larger classes? Central organization vs. decentralized organization? Charter schools vs. neighborhood public schools?
"All these controversies reflect a misguided understanding of the educational mission. Research is mixed on all the above questions."(Rose) According to Rose, the most important aspect comes down to a good curriculum and a qualified teacher, all else is unimportant.
http://www.ednews.org/articles/16886grasping-at-educational-straws-ma
I researched this article on 6/1/2008, typed for professor