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High-stakes tests and ripple effects for science education

January 1, 2015 | Informal/Formal Connections
For almost two decades, strict accountability measures have been in place across the country. In this literature review, Anderson investigated the effect of accountability on K–12 science instruction. He found that curricula have narrowed, less time is being dedicated to science, teacher morale is lower, and expectations for some student groups have increased.

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  • Jillian Luchner
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    Afterschool Alliance
  • Citation

    Resource Type: Research Products
    Discipline: Nature of science
    Audience: Educators/Teachers | Museum/ISE Professionals
    Environment Type: Informal/Formal Connections | K-12 Programs

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