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Lowe, Ramona – ProQuest LLC, 2012
The primary purpose of this study was to provide quantitative data on the use of released Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) exams as benchmark test instruments in a sample population. Teachers have expressed concern over "teaching to the test," especially with the use of benchmark testing. This study was specifically…
Descriptors: Standardized Tests, High Stakes Tests, State Standards, Educational Testing
Camara, Wayne – College Board, 2011
This presentation was presented at the 2011 National Conference on Student Assessment (CCSSO). The focus of this presentation is how to validate the common core state standards (CCSS) in math and ELA and the subsequent assessments that will be developed by state consortia. The CCSS specify the skills students need to be ready for post-secondary…
Descriptors: College Readiness, Career Readiness, Benchmarking, Student Evaluation