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Direct linkPope, Gregory A.; Wentzel, Carolyn; Braden, Brigitta; Anderson, Jordan – Alberta Journal of Educational Research, 2006
The purpose of this study was to investigate statistical relationships between gender and Alberta Achievement Testing Program scores. Achievement test scores from grades 3, 6, and 9 in all subject areas were investigated during a four-year period. Results showed statistically significant positive correlations between gender and scores in most…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Grade 3, Testing Programs, Reading Assignments
Peer reviewedGeyer, Patricia – Social Studies Review, 1994
Maintains that California teachers are now responsible for preparing students for the new California Learning Assessment System (CLAS) test. Discusses the multiple choice, written response, primary source, and essay writing sections of the test. Provides suggestions for scoring essays and having students evaluate each other's writing. (CFR)
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, History Instruction, Portfolios (Background Materials), Primary Sources
