ABSTRACT
The theory and rationale of value added approaches was described in Chapter 13, as well as the methodology of creating value added indicators. This chapter aims to illuminate the theory and methodology by providing a practical example of a value added indicator system developed and implemented by one English Local Education Authority (LEA) – Lancashire LEA. Thus the case study focuses on the Lancashire LEA Value Added Project (VAP) and demonstrates how the systematic feedback of value added and other performance measures to schools can assist teachers and LEA advisors in evaluating and monitoring school performance and educational quality. The overall rationale, development and structure of the Lancashire VAP will be described as well as the implementation and impact of the project in one secondary school.
