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1. On NCLB Progress and the Need for National Standards.

Author

Mattimore, Patrick

Subjects
*LETTERS to the editor, *EDUCATIONAL tests & measurements, *TESTS of Achievement & Proficiency
Abstract

A letter to the editor is presented in response to the article "State Tests, NAEP Often a Mismatch" in the June 13, 2007 issue.

Published
2007

2. Put the Brakes on AP.

Author

Mattimore, Patrick

Subjects
*ADVANCED placement programs (Education), *EDUCATIONAL tests & measurements, *EDUCATIONAL change, *ADVANCED students, *MINORITY students
Abstract

The author reflects upon media coverage regarding the Advanced Placement (AP) program and exams. Particular focus is given to reported percentages of students taking and passing AP exams. Statistics regarding the performance of non-Asian minority students on AP exams are also presented. It is the author's opinion that school systems must seek to prepare their students for participation in the college level courses offered through the AP program rather than focusing on the program's expansion.

Published
2008

3. California's 'Educational Nightmare': Taking Stock.

Author

Mattimore, Patrick

Subjects
*LETTERS to the editor, *EDUCATIONAL tests & measurements
Abstract

Presents a letter to the editor about the National Assessment of Educational Progress tests of reading and mathematics.

Published
2005

4. Why the U. of California Should Retain SAT Subject Tests for Applicants.

Author

Mattimore, Patrick

Subjects
*SAT (Educational test), *UNIVERSITY & college entrance requirements, *UNIVERSITY & college admission, *ACHIEVEMENT tests, *ACADEMIC achievement, *EDUCATIONAL tests & measurements, *MINORITY students, *LEARNING ability, UNIVERSITY of California, Berkeley. Board of Regents
Abstract

The article reports that the Board of Regents of the University of California is considering a proposal to remove requirements requiring SAT subject tests, also called SAT II's, for applicants to the 10 campuses in the University of California system. Such a decision would increase the number applicants eligible for admission. The university's president, Mark G. Yudof, indicated he could be in favor of the plan. Standardized testing, such as the SAT, which focus on identifying "general reasoning" for potential college students has been found to be biased based upon students' socioeconomic background.

Published
2008

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