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Faxon-Mills, Susannah; Hamilton, Laura S.; Rudnick, Mollie; Stecher, Brian M. – RAND Corporation, 2013
The Hewlett Foundation commissioned RAND to review research about the effects of assessment and to summarize what is known about assessment as a lever for reform. To explore the likely influence of new assessments on teaching practice and the conditions that moderate that relationship, researchers conducted a series of literature reviews. The…
Descriptors: Common Core State Standards, Academic Achievement, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving
Peavler, Cathy Seeley; And Others – Focus on Learning Problems in Mathematics, 1987
Describes mathematics education programs in Texas schools. Emphasizes the mastery of skills and concepts, as well as problem solving. Presents the philosophies of the mathematics programs for elementary schools, and for grades seven and eight. Addresses remediation, enrichment, time allotment, content, recommended manipulative materials, and…
Descriptors: Elementary School Mathematics, Elementary Secondary Education, Manipulative Materials, Mathematical Concepts
Randall, Ruth E. – 1992
State policymakers will want to make clear the intent of a policy on choice when they write their legislative bills. The purpose for the policy will help parents, students, educators, and the general public understand their action and the reasons for the action. This study discusses 11 issues included in legislative bills and gives a brief summary…
Descriptors: Counseling, Decision Making, Educational Assessment, Educational Policy