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A Comparison of Methods for Measuring Achievement in Basic Skills Program Evaluation.
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Hanson, Ralph A.; Schutz, Richard E. – Educational Evaluation and Policy Analysis, 1986
The use of standardized achievement tests as the primary criterion measures in the evaluation of basic skills programs has been criticized. In a comparative study of three types of tests, this article examines the major issue behind this criticism. (Author/JAZ)
Descriptors: Achievement Tests, Basic Skills, Elementary Education, Evaluation Methods
Evaluation by Aggregation: Social and Methodological Biases.
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Wiley, David E. – Educational Evaluation and Policy Analysis, 1979
Title I Evaluation models using uniform procedures and data collection for state and national comparisons are interpreted as federal endorsement of basic, common competencies in reading and mathematics. Basic competencies, content homogeneity, conversion methodology, and validity of the evaluation are discussed. (MH)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Academic Standards, Basic Skills, Compensatory Education