Offers answers to four common questions concerning the National Assessment of Education Progress (NAEP) in order to assist music teachers in responding to questions asked by representatives of the press, administrators, parents, and other community members. Summarizes the key points that should be emphasized in responding to NAEP. (CMK)

Discusses the 1997 National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) Arts Assessment. Addresses reasons for and implications of the NAEP results, and offers ideas on how music educators can use the results. Includes the content description of the NAEP music assessment and student responses to sample question 6. (CMK)