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Innovation is one of those words like apple pie. No one is against it.

Priscilla Wohlstetter, a professor at Teachers College, Columbia University. Over the past year, Education Secretary Betsy DeVos has softened the language she uses when speaking about her goals to expand private education options. Instead of the words "school choice," she often uses "innovation" or "blended learning."

Priscilla Wohlstetter, a professor at Teachers College, Columbia University. Over the past year, Education Secretary Betsy DeVos has softened the language she uses when speaking about her goals to expand private education options. Instead of the words "school choice," she often uses "innovation" or "blended learning."

Caroline Cournoyer is GOVERNING's senior web editor.
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