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| NASSP Bulletin | 6 |
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| Gilman, David Alan | 2 |
| Branch, Charles V. | 1 |
| Branch, Jan S. | 1 |
| Ebel, Robert L. | 1 |
| Fillbrandt, James R. | 1 |
| Georgiades, Constance J. | 1 |
| Keefe, James W. | 1 |
| Merz, William R. | 1 |
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| Journal Articles | 1 |
| Opinion Papers | 1 |
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Peer reviewedEbel, Robert L. – NASSP Bulletin, 1979
The author concludes that testing in basic education is indispensable. Several objections to external testing are discussed. (Author/MLF)
Descriptors: Basic Skills, Competency Based Education, Opinions, Secondary Education
Peer reviewedBranch, Jan S.; Branch, Charles V. – NASSP Bulletin, 1978
The potential of minimum competency testing cannot be realized unless school districts engage in the complex processes of competency-based program development. (Author/MLF)
Descriptors: Accountability, Basic Skills, Competency Based Education, Educational Change
Peer reviewedGilman, David Alan – NASSP Bulletin, 1978
Competency-based graduation requirements provide students with a meaningful diploma, reduce illiteracy, and provide a system of quality control for schools. (Author)
Descriptors: Basic Skills, Competency Based Education, Educational Testing, Graduation Requirements
Peer reviewedKeefe, James W.; Georgiades, Constance J. – NASSP Bulletin, 1978
The authors review the background of competency-based education (CBE), discuss its merits and drawbacks, and cite recommendations from the National Association of Secondary School Principals. (DS)
Descriptors: Academic Standards, Basic Skills, Competency Based Education, Educational Programs
Peer reviewedGilman, David Alan – NASSP Bulletin, 1977
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Basic Skills, Competency Based Education, Criterion Referenced Tests
Peer reviewedFillbrandt, James R.; Merz, William R. – NASSP Bulletin, 1978
The authors outline the process of generating student proficiency tests, including item generation, pilot testing among students, sampling and testing to tailor proficiency measurement to job market needs, using selected community members as sample test populations, and analysis of test results. (Author/DS)
Descriptors: Academic Standards, Basic Skills, Competency Based Education, Educational Programs
