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McCurdy, Jack, Ed.; Speich, Don – Education USA, 1991
Seven short articles on the use of standardized tests in the United States are presented. Topics include: (1) the effects on school restructuring during the 1990's of the backlash against standardized tests; (2) the movement to replace multiple-choice standardized testing and its relationship with curricular goals; (3) the influence of…
Descriptors: Basic Skills, Economic Factors, Educational Change, Educational Trends
Download full textMoody, David – 1991
Traditional standardized tests of basic skills are no longer considered meaningful by many leading authorities in educational measurement. Alternative approaches are not yet fully developed, although many efforts are being made. This paper explores the issues surrounding student assessment in the context of existing and evolving state practices,…
Descriptors: Achievement Tests, Alternative Assessment, Basic Skills, Educational Assessment
