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The History of Educational Accountability
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What was the first major piece of legislation in the United States that focused on educational accountability?
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The Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965
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The Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 was the first major piece of legislation in the United States that focused on educational accountability. It provided federal funding to schools and districts that met certain standards, such as having a certain number of students enrolled in school and meeting certain academic benchmarks.