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Neill, Monty – 1991
Based on the FairTest perspective, this paper argues that the United States does not need a national test to measure progress toward the nation's educational goals and that such a test would have adverse impacts on low-income and minority students. The National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) should remain an indicator system but should…
Descriptors: Educational Assessment, Educational Change, Educational Objectives, Elementary Secondary Education
Kentucky State Dept. of Education, Frankfort. – 1978
The Kentucky Educational Improvement Act of 1978 mandated local school districts to initiate two programs: (1) screening and diagnostic test; and (2) development of district educational improvement plans outlining remedial programs or activities. The Comprehensive Tests of Basic Skills (CTBS/S) were selected as the statewide screening instruments…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Basic Skills, Citizen Participation, Diagnostic Tests