This book gives readers a balanced look at the issue of standardized testing in schools and its surrounding arguments. Standardized Testing in Schools familiarizes readers with the No Child Left Behind Act, the history of testing in schools, standards and scoring, test writing, and the effects of testing on education as a whole. In addition, issues surrounding cheating among students, teachers, states, and districts are included, as well as public opinion. Color photos and informative sidebars accompany easy-to-follow text. Features include a timeline, facts, additional resources, web sites, a glossary, a bibliography, and an index.
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"Balanced overviews of complex, divisive issues. Though not exhaustive, these titles include the topic's history and most salient points in an accessible and reader-friendly format...Color images enhance the texts, and charts and maps further clarify the content. Sidebars expand on related topics through quotes, primary-source snippets, and other salient information, while marbled page borders lend a scholarly air to the attractive layouts. A four-page time line with color photos, a thorough glossary, and an 'Essential Facts' feature with critical dates and quotes are also noteworthy. These impressive works are welcome alternatives to collection staples..."
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Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Condition: Very Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 12242281-6
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Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Discusses standardized testing in schools and the controversy about its value as a tool, the history of testing, standards, and scoring, the No Child Left Behind Act, the effects on teaching, cheating among students and teachers, and public opinion about the topic. Piece(s) of the spine missing. Due to age and/or environmental conditions, the pages of this book have darkened. Former library book. Please note the image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item. Ex-Library. Seller Inventory # 123757232