Decisions about whether to implement tracking in non-tracked schools, or whether to "de-track" schools that use ability grouping, are typically quite controversial; not surprisingly, parents of students in the higher tracks _____, whereas parents in the lower tracks _____.

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Parents of students in higher tracks generally favor tracking because it can provide more advanced or accelerated learning opportunities for their children, while parents of students in lower tracks often oppose it due to concerns about limited access to high-quality learning opportunities and potential stigmatization.

Decisions About Whether to Implement Tracking in Non-Tracked Schools, or Whether