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| Social Studies | 2 |
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| Guides - Classroom - Teacher | 2 |
| Journal Articles | 2 |
| Guides - Classroom - Learner | 1 |
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| Practitioners | 2 |
| Teachers | 2 |
| Administrators | 1 |
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| Venezuela | 1 |
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Peer reviewedHarris, Karen H.; Longstreet, Wilma S. – Social Studies, 1990
Argues that standardized testing undermines creativity and individuality. Contends that standardized testing has more to do with control of education than excellence, and discusses the impact of the National Assessment of Educational Progress on educational control. Maintains that flexible, alternative testing can evaluate student performance…
Descriptors: Achievement Tests, Alternative Assessment, Creative Thinking, Educational Change
Peer reviewedSunal, Cynthia Szymanski; And Others – Social Studies, 1995
Maintains that Venezuela has many U.S. ties because of its relative proximity and economic significance. Asserts that the Five Themes of Geography can be used to design effective classroom lessons about Venezuela. Presents five activities that include student objectives, necessary materials, and step-by-step instructional procedures. (CFR)
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Critical Thinking, Curriculum Development, Elementary Education
