Test scores have dropped from 55% to 31% in Reading and 65% to 39% in Math in 2013-2014 school year. -Assessments dropped from 67% to 65% in Reading and 67% to 67% in Math -Parents opting out of tests -Hopefully excessive testing will become less rigorous in the future.
Test scores have dropped from 55% to 31% in Reading and 65% to 39% in Math in 2013-2014 school year. -Assessments dropped from 67% to 65% in Reading and 67% to 67% in Math -Parents opting out of tests -Hopefully excessive testing will become less rigorous in the future.
Test scores have dropped from 55% to 31% in Reading and 65% to 39% in Math in 2013-2014 school year. -Assessments dropped from 67% to 65% in Reading and 67% to 67% in Math -Parents opting out of tests -Hopefully excessive testing will become less rigorous in the future.
Created to prepare youths for college and a career
No Child Left Behind
2002- President Bush
Expanded federal role in education
Testing, accountability, school improvements, highly
qualified teachers
Annual Professional Performance Review
Teacher performance review
Observed two separate days Students grades reflect on teacher
Standardized Testing
Why Are Test Scores Lower?
-Language/Culture Bias -Learning Disability Bias -Stress! -Creativity & Critical Thinking are almost obsolete -Some kids just arent good test takers
How Much Have Testing Scores Dropped and
What Is Going to be Done About It? -Assessments dropped from 55% to 31% in Reading and 65% to 31% in Math in 2013-2014 school year -Parents opting out of tests -Hopefully excessive testing will become less rigorous in future