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Herman, Joan – Theory into Practice, 1997
Alternative assessments reflect the kinds of learning activities that current cognitive and curriculum theories advocate. Assessment has a role in promoting new standards for student performance. To fill this role, assessment must be aligned with standards, be fair to all students, have accurate measures, and be useful, feasible, and credible. (SM)
Descriptors: Alternative Assessment, Elementary School Students, Elementary Secondary Education, Equal Education

D'Costa, Ayres G. – Theory into Practice, 1993
Discusses how legal issues impinge upon teacher competency testing, describing key legal provisions (antitrust protection, due process, equal protection, substantial adverse impact, and business necessity), and examining each one's impact on testing and teacher certification. Recommendations to help teacher educators ensure legal, credible, and…
Descriptors: Accountability, Court Role, Due Process, Elementary Secondary Education