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Baker, Eva L.; Linn, Robert L. – 1991
The Center for Research on Evaluation, Standards, and Student Testing (CRESST) attempts to advance the understanding of educational quality by research and development on the design, implementation, analysis, and use of assessment information. CRESST's research programs are directed at five major goals: (1) provide leadership to improve assessment…
Descriptors: Agency Role, Educational Assessment, Educational Improvement, Educational Policy
Baratz-Snowden, Joan – 1992
The National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS) was established in 1987 and charged with the mission of improving the quality of teaching and public education. The National Board certification system involves three critical elements: (1) standards setting; (2) assessment instruments; and (3) professional development. This Digest…
Descriptors: Age Groups, Early Childhood Education, Educational Improvement, Educational Quality