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Stecher, Brian M.; Hamilton, Laura S. – Rand Review, 2002
Federal law mandates regular testing of students' reading and mathematics achievement. There is no guarantee that the law's strict accountability provisions will promote student achievement. States must design their accountability systems to prevent unintended negative results. Discusses likely effects of the law, describing steps states can take…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Academic Standards, Accountability, Educational Legislation
