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Key Concerns and Evaluation of the DOE's Role
Critics and analysts have questioned the effectiveness of the DOE, with many suggesting it functions more like a "middleman" rather than a robust policy-maker. The ongoing debates about the department's relevance have been tied to alarming educational statistics — with reports illustrating worsening literacy rates among students. Establishing the notion that rewarding the right incentives is critical to improving educational quality has gained traction in various discussions.