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Dean, Deborah M. – English Journal, 2001
Presents a fictionalized dialogue loosely based on a meeting attended after writing tests had been piloted. Notes that some details have been added and enhanced to demonstrate the impact that state writing assessments with high stakes can have on classroom content. (SG)
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, English Instruction, High Stakes Tests, Standardized Tests