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Download full textLewis, Ronald H. – 1979
The concepts of competency can be conceptually separated into two dimensions: minimum competency testing (MCT) and competency based education (CBE). One of the major weaknesses of the MCT movement is the growing reliance on single test scores as indicators of the total capability of students. Minorities do not reject the idea of competence, but…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Accountability, Competency Based Education, Educational Needs
PDF pending restorationScott, Hugh J. – 1979
Concerns and objections regarding minimum competency testing (MCT) are raised. The tests are criticized for their tendencies to: (1) deny variability in growth, development, and intelligence; (2) expose rather than constructively examine underachievers; (3) divert scarce personnel and financial resources to test administration; (4) ignore…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Academic Failure, Academic Standards, Achievement Tests
