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DuVall, Charles R.; Rueff, Joseph A. – 1985
This document traces the development of the testing and reporting system used in the Elkhart Community Schools (ECS), Indiana, from 1981 through 1985. Performance objectives were established when the program was initiated. Analyses of standardized test results were provided for teachers, principals, and central administrative staff. All school…
Descriptors: Educational Objectives, Elementary Secondary Education, Program Evaluation, Program Implementation
Peer reviewedFisher, Thomas M.; Smith, Julia – Educational Measurement: Issues and Practice, 1991
Incidents affecting the implementation of large-scale testing programs are described to illustrate associated problems. Issues addressed include creation of test materials, preparation of answer documents, transportation of test materials, scoring and analysis of tests, and dissemination and utilization of test results. (TJH)
Descriptors: Answer Keys, Computer Assisted Testing, Information Dissemination, Program Implementation
1991
The Chicago (Illinois) School Reform Act of 1988 (Public Act 85-1418) established the performance of students on a nationally normed, standardized test as a key measure of success. In the Chicago Public Schools, the tests used are the Iowa Tests of Basic Skills (ITBS) in the elementary grades and the Tests of Achievement and Proficiency (TAP) in…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Academic Standards, Educational Change, Elementary Secondary Education
