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Peer reviewedCarlson, Dale – Studies in Educational Evaluation, 1979
The evolution of the California Assessment Program from its legislative origins in 1961 is discussed. The following topics are included: history; analysis and reporting of results; program impact; program assessment; and future changes in emphasis. (MH)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Basic Skills, Change Strategies, Educational Assessment
Tesolowski, Dennis G. – Viewpoints in Teaching and Learning, 1980
New minimum high school graduation standards were mandated for 1978-79 graduates, by Florida's Educational Accountability Act of 1976. Requirements included mastery of basic skills, completion of minimum course credits, and satisfactory performance on functional literacy tests. The literacy test was the primary criterion for graduation. On its…
Descriptors: Academic Standards, Basic Skills, Court Litigation, Educational History
