An Analysis of Opinions Regarding Minimum Competency Testing.

Kohlfeld, Barbara Capshaw

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ERIC Number: EJ320208

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1984

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An Analysis of Opinions Regarding Minimum Competency Testing.

Kohlfeld, Barbara Capshaw

Education, v105 n1 p53-57 Fall 1984

Opinionnaires were sent to one person in each of the 50 states who was knowledgeable about minimum competency testing. Results showed significant differences in opinion, but there was agreement that tests should be used to improve instruction and identify students needing remedial help. (JHZ)

Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Academic Standards, Elementary Secondary Education, Instructional Improvement, Minimum Competency Testing, Opinions, Student Certification, Student Evaluation, Teacher Effectiveness, Test Use, Test Validity

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Audience: Administrators; Teachers; Practitioners

Language: English

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