Describes how Pre-Planning Evaluation (PPE) aids initial curriculum planning. Presents a case study of how PPE influenced the development of the electricity curriculum in Israeli technical high schools. Concludes that PPE is an essential component of the curriculum development process. (GEA)

Argues that the concepts of competency and performance must be separated. Contends that a student's actual competency level is not accurately reflected through standard performance measurements. Demonstrates how competency levels might be assessed more accurately through the use of multiple sources of data and innovative assessment programs. (BSR)