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Peer reviewedMaple, Robert J.; And Others – Illinois School Research and Development, 1980
The status of competence-based education (CBE) in Illinois secondary schools is examined in this article. The authors cite some strengths and weaknesses of those programs in existence. They surmise from their findings that CBE is not widely planned or implemented in Illinois secondary schools. (Editor/SJL)
Descriptors: Competency Based Education, Minimum Competency Testing, Program Implementation, School Districts
Peer reviewedBartz, David E. – Illinois School Research and Development, 1980
In December, 1977, the Kalamazoo Public Schools surveyed students (grades 10-12) to ascertain their opinions of a proposed competency-based diploma. Most supported the concept, had opinions about the form of such a program, and thought they could pass the test. Differences between Black and White respondents are noted. (Author/SJL)
Descriptors: Black Students, Competency Based Education, Graduation Requirements, High School Students
Peer reviewedHelm, Virginia – Illinois School Research and Development, 1978
Larger high schools were surveyed about curricular changes planned or made in response to the Competency Testing and Back to Basics movements. Questions concerned changes in basic skills emphasis, graduation requirements, and competency test usage in mathematics, reading, and writing. Results are given for each questionnaire item. (SJL)
Descriptors: Basic Skills, Competency Based Education, Curriculum Development, Educational Change
