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Tierney, Robert J. – Journal of Reading, 1978
Offers arguments opposing the minimal competency testing movement. (MKM)
Descriptors: Achievement Tests, Basic Skills, Educational Legislation, Legislation

McDonald, Thomas F. – Journal of Reading, 1978
Argues that minimal competency tests will promote reading literacy. (MKM)
Descriptors: Achievement Tests, Basic Skills, Educational Legislation, Legislation

Harker, W. John – Journal of Reading, 1978
Discusses the role of Canadian teachers' organizations in influencing possible legislation about competency testing. (MKM)
Descriptors: Achievement Tests, Educational Legislation, Elementary Secondary Education, Minimum Competency Testing

Petre, Richard M. – Journal of Reading, 1978
Describes the competency-based approach to reading programs used in Maryland. (MKM)
Descriptors: Achievement Tests, Basic Skills, Competency Based Education, Elementary Secondary Education