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Peer reviewedChandler, Harry N., Ed. – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 1982
To eliminate some of the unfairness in graduation requirements for handicapped students, the author proposes a system in which secondary students would leave school when their goals were achieved. In doing away with the diploma, his approach would also mark the end of compulsory attendance, required classes, and competency testing. (CL)
Descriptors: Disabilities, Graduation Requirements, Minimum Competency Testing, Secondary Education
Peer reviewedChandler, Harry N. – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 1982
The author addresses the concern that many learning handicapped students are being denied diplomas because of minimum competency testing (MCT). The beginnings of the MCT trend are traced, faults with MCT are pointed out, and legal aspects of MCT are considered. (SW)
Descriptors: Educational Trends, Graduation Requirements, High Schools, Learning Disabilities
