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Chapter 12: Standardized Tests and Behavior Rating Scales



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Other Sites to Explore

  1. The Consortium for Equity in Standards and Testing
    http://wwwcsteep.bc.edu/ctest
    This organization focuses attention on how educational standards, assessments, and tests can be used more fairly. Visit the "Spotlight Issues" link for information about current topics in assessment, including voluntary national testing and assessing students with disabilities.
    Textbook links: see pages 477-481.

  2. ERIC Test Locator
    http://ericae.net/testcol.htm
    A comprehensive reference collection of online assessments. Additional resources include organizations and assessment publishers, such as the Buros Institute, as well as a test selection guide.
    Textbook links: see pages 482-487.

  3. Piaget and Intelligence Tests
    http://www.ils.nwu.edu/~e_for_e/nodes/NODE-79-pg.html
    This article briefly describes how Piaget used intelligence tests to better understand children's logic and thinking. The Web site includes links to additional articles relevant to assessment in K-12 education.
    Textbook links: see pages 488-494.

  4. Observable and Measurable Behaviors
    http://para.unl.edu/ServedDocuments/Observation/lesson3.html
    Read about how to identify observable and measurable student behaviors.
    Textbook links: see pages 495-498.

  5. What Should Parents Know About Standardized Testing in Schools?
    http://www.kidsource.com/kidsource/content/standardized.testing.html
    This family resource explains basic features of standardized tests and suggests questions that parents can ask teachers about testing. When families understand the role of testing, they will be better able to help their children succeed in school.
    Textbook links: see pages 508-512.



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