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Connotative Meanings of Student Performance Labels Used in Standard Setting
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Burt, Winona M.; Stapleton, Laura M. – Educational Measurement: Issues and Practice, 2010
The purpose of this study was to investigate the connotation of performance labels used in standard setting. For example, do the performance labels "basic," "proficient," and "advanced" hold different connotations than "limited knowledge," "satisfactory," and "distinguished"? If these…
Descriptors: Standard Setting, Definitions, High Stakes Tests, Measures (Individuals)
The Effects of Standardized Testing on Teaching and Schools.
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Herman, Joan L.; Golan, Shari – Educational Measurement: Issues and Practice, 1993
Effects of standardized testing on teaching and learning were studied in a survey of 341 elementary school teachers in 9 states, focusing on the meaning of test scores and test-score gains. Results indicate that standardized testing has considerable effects, and that teachers feel considerable pressure to improve student scores. (SLD)
Descriptors: Achievement Tests, Educational Change, Elementary Education, Elementary School Teachers
Uses and Abuses of Achievement Test Scores.
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Nolen, Susan Bobbitt; And Others – Educational Measurement: Issues and Practice, 1992
Arizona teachers and administrators (n=2,444) were surveyed to determine (1) use of standardized test scores; (2) teachers' perceptions of others' use of scores; (3) how schools prepare students to take tests; (4) conditions under which tests are given; and (5) views of current testing program effects. (SLD)
Descriptors: Achievement Tests, Administrator Attitudes, Administrators, Elementary School Teachers