Washington State Lawmakers OK Increase in Graduation Requirements
The measure would increase course requirements in science, foreign languages, and the arts.
The measure would increase course requirements in science, foreign languages, and the arts.
Here's a look at what the revisions to the SAT mean for the math portion and what two math experts think of the changes.
Mississippi is considering using the ACT college test as the high school exit exam for students in public schools, reports the Associated Presssomething no other state has done.
As the longtime high school equivalency test undergoes a major redesign, many states are concerned about its rising cost.
Cynthia Schmeiser will join the College Board to oversee programs including the SAT.
The Smarter Balanced consortium decides to affiliate with a research group for future work and defines student performance at each testing level.
New studies showing flawed use of placement tests could open the door to the common assessments.
Twenty-five states unveil draft descriptions that will shape the tests that will be required of millions of students.
PARCC defines the level of its test that connotes college readiness, and describes what performance at that level should look like.
An annual study by the College Board finds counselors are poorly trained for key job duties, and are often directed to spend too much time on activities that matter least for students' academic success.
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