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Finch, F. L. – 1978
To consolidate the diversity of opinion about the definition of competency, an operational definition and skills classification matrix is presented. Although most people agree that competency tests should measure student ability to transfer academic training to life situations, the fact that life skills and school skills represent different…
Descriptors: Basic Skills, Classification, Competency Based Education, Educational Problems
NJEA Review, 1980
The New Jersey State Department of Education is implementing a program to evaluate every school on its basic skills instruction, improvement plans, and legal compliance. Unsatisfactory schools face labeling and a comprehensive program review. This article outlines the state plan and the New Jersey Education Association's objections to it. (SJL)
Descriptors: Accreditation (Institutions), Basic Skills, Classification, Educational Improvement
