Testing Teachers: Analysis and Recommendations.

Pugach, Marleen C.; Raths, James D.

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ERIC Number: EJ271949

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1982

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Testing Teachers: Analysis and Recommendations.

Pugach, Marleen C.; Raths, James D.

Journal of Teacher Education, v33 n6 p13-17,19-21 Nov-Dec 1982

Two aspects of the teacher testing issue are discussed: (1) reasons for assuming that teachers should be tested; and (2) domains in which testing might occur. The effects of testing on teacher quality and public opinion are discussed. Ways that teacher educators can use their influence to improve teacher quality are suggested. (PP)

Descriptors: Educational Responsibility, Higher Education, Minimum Competency Testing, Multicultural Education, Preservice Teacher Education, Public Support, Teacher Certification, Teacher Effectiveness, Teacher Evaluation, Teacher Improvement, Test Use, Testing Problems

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Information Analyses; Opinion Papers

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Language: English

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