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Greer, Rachel D. – Action in Teacher Education, 1986
As the use of competency testing of teachers has increased, the issue of the effect of standardized testing on minority groups at all educational levels has resurfaced. Several programs designed to raise standards and increase test scores are described. (MT)
Descriptors: Academic Standards, Elementary Secondary Education, Higher Education, Minimum Competency Testing

Utz, Robert – Action in Teacher Education, 1981
An annotated bibliography concerning proficiency development in schools identifies sources which focus on the identification and development of basic skills. Topics explored include: (1) issues and definition in proficiency development; (2) assessing the state of proficiency development; and (3) instructional techniques and programs. (JN)
Descriptors: Academic Standards, Basic Skills, Competence, Competency Based Education