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Title: A View from the Bottom: What Happens When Your School System Ranks Last?
Authors: Vogler, Kenneth, Kennedy Jr., Robert J.
Source: Phi Delta Kappan. Feb2003, Vol. 84 Issue 6, p446. 3p.
Subject Terms: *Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System, *Educational accountability, *Achievement tests, *Public schools, *Students
Geographic Terms: Massachusetts, United States
Abstract: Traces the choices made by Lawrence Public Schools in Massachusetts regarding test-preparation programs for the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System. Controversy surrounding the use of standardized tests as the focal point of state accountability programs; State-mandated tests and the high stakes involved; Systems in which the students do not perform well on the tests; Preparation tests' interference with existing academic programs.
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