Much of the data quoted is easily verifiable; the issues they describe are real challenges that demand real solutions. The solutions put forth, however, offer to upend education policy orthodoxy and to apply public incentives in ways that have only been deployed in limited use -- though, as described in their materials, often with stunning result.
Is broader adoption wise? Are these the best solutions? Do better ideas exist? Is the urgency described in the paper warranted? Is it worth it if these ideas risk upsetting systems that have been in place for years? None of these are easy questions. What say you?
Outcomes Working Group - White Paper
Outcomes Working Group - Recommendations Presentation