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Peer reviewedHoffman, James V.; Assaf, Lori Czop; Paris, Scott G. – Reading Teacher, 2001
Considers how in these times of increased focus on standards and accountability, it is important to understand the views of the various participants. Begins with a brief history of the testing movement in Texas. Reports findings from a study on the negative effects of high stakes testing. Concludes with suggestions to minimize these effects on…
Descriptors: Academic Standards, Educational Testing, Elementary Secondary Education, High Stakes Tests
