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Download full textRomberg, Thomas A. – 1986
Four topics related to mathematics testing for the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) are discussed: (1) mathematics achievement; (2) past NAEP approaches; (3) needed changes; and (4) a new conceptual basis for profiling mathematical performance, including recommendations for strengthening current practice. The basic strategy for…
Descriptors: Comparative Testing, Educational Assessment, Elementary Secondary Education, Epistemology
North Carolina State Dept. of Public Instruction, Raleigh. Div. of Accountability Services/Research. – 1993
In 1989, North Carolina's average Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) score dropped to the lowest in the nation, triggering an intensive effort to improve average SAT scores. In 1993, North Carolina achieved its highest average SAT score ever, as well as the highest percentage of graduating seniors taking the SAT. Scores improved for the 4th…
Descriptors: College Bound Students, College Entrance Examinations, Comparative Testing, Educational Improvement
