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O'Shea, Mary B. – ProQuest LLC, 2010
Although much is known about how students perform on standardized tests, little research exists concerning how students think and process while taking such tests. This mixed methods action research study was designed to investigate if a constructivist approach to test preparation could yield improved results for 37 English language arts freshmen…
Descriptors: Test Preparation, Test Items, Statistical Analysis, Grade 9
Brown, Bryan A. – Teachers College Record, 2008
Overview: This research explores using a teaching approach that attempts to balance test preparation with creating "teachable moments" for students. This approach involves the use of a sequence of assessments to introduce topics through formative assessment in order to identify students' understanding, and beginning instruction based on…
Descriptors: Formative Evaluation, Science Achievement, Ethnography, Instructional Effectiveness