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Education in the Age of Globalization » Blog Archive » Numbers Can Lie: What ... - 0 views

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Perhaps whatever in an education system or culture that boosts math scores leads to less positive attitude and lower confidence at the same time.
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According to historical data, American education has always been bad and actually improving over the years.
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the First International Science Study (FISS)[4] was conducted, U.S. students ranked bottom in virtually all categories:
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In the 1980s, when the Second International Mathematics Study (SIMS) and Second International Science Study (SISS)[5] were conducted, U.S. students inched up a little bit, but not much
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In the 1990s, in the Third International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS)[6], American test performance was not the best but again improved:
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In 2003, in TIMSS[7] (now changed into Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study), U.S. students were not great, but again improved:
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Over the half century, American students performance in international math and science tests has improved from the bottom to above international average. The following figure shows the upward trend of American students’ performance in math
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There are other studies and statistics, but this long list should be sufficient to prove that American students have been awful test takers for over half a century. Some has taken this mean American education has been awful in comparison to others.
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The Numbers Don’t Lie, but What Truth Do They Tell
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Duane Sharrock on 14 Dec 12

"Over the half century, American students performance in international math and science tests has improved from the bottom to above international average. The following figure shows the upward trend of American students' performance in math."

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">"Over the half century, American students performance in international math and science tests has improved from the bottom to above international average. The following figure shows the upward trend of American students' performance in math."</div>

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Duane Sharrock on 14 Dec 12

"Over the half century, American students performance in international math and science tests has improved from the bottom to above international average. The following figure shows the upward trend of American students' performance in math."

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">"Over the half century, American students performance in international math and science tests has improved from the bottom to above international average. The following figure shows the upward trend of American students' performance in math."</div>

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How GERM is infecting schools around the world - The Answer Sheet - The Washington Post - 2 views

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According to the Center for Public Education, standardized testing has increased teaching to the test, narrowed curricula to prioritize reading and mathematics, and distanced teaching from the art of pedagogy to mechanistic instructio
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Helen Otway on 02 Jul 12

According to the Center for Public Education, standardized testing has increased teaching to the test, narrowed curricula to prioritize reading and mathematics, and distanced teaching from the art of pedagogy to mechanistic instruction.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner"> According to the Center for Public Education, standardized testing has increased teaching to the test, narrowed curricula to prioritize reading and mathematics, and distanced teaching from the art of pedagogy to mechanistic instruction. </div>

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LeadLearner: Rage "with" the Testing Machine - 0 views

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David Ellena on 28 Sep 14

Interesting take on the testing dilemma

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AIEEE, AIEEE 2012, AIEEE Mock Test, AIEEE Exam | Online Education - 0 views

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Get details of AIEEE 2012, AIEEE mock test, AIEEE question papers and more about All India Engineering Entrance Examination

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Wanted: Ways to Assess the Majority of Teachers - 0 views

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Courtney Jablonski on 03 Feb 11

Article addresses the question as to how to assess teachers who are not directly linked to standardized testing of students. A referenced study suggests that the majority of teachers will fall into the "not linked to state testing" category contrary to the attention that is being given to the evaluation standards set under Race to the Top requirements and other state legislation.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Article addresses the question as to how to assess teachers who are not directly linked to standardized testing of students. A referenced study suggests that the majority of teachers will fall into the "not linked to state testing" category contrary to the attention that is being given to the evaluation standards set under Race to the Top requirements and other state legislation. </div>

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School test results not improving - 6 views

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Scarsdale, NY 10583 | NYS State Mandates More Tests and Computer Purchases | Schools | ... - 0 views

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AIEEE 2012-Students Came Smiling After Exam, AIEEE 2012 Offline Exam, AIEEE Students Re... - 0 views

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Stephen Mark on 01 May 12

The offline test took place on 29th April across India and around 11 lakh students appeared for the exam. A total of 31 centers have been equipped in different states including Ranchi, Bokaro, Jamshedpur and all the CBSE schools and recognized colleges.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">The offline test took place on 29th April across India and around 11 lakh students appeared for the exam. A total of 31 centers have been equipped in different states including Ranchi, Bokaro, Jamshedpur and all the CBSE schools and recognized colleges.</div>

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CBSE Helpline for AIEEE Queries: Dial Now - 0 views

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All India Engineering Entrance Examination 2012 will be conducted online (computer-based) and offline (Paper/Pen Test)

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Tips for a College Ready Culture from Principal of the Year - Getting Smart by Getting ... - 0 views

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Know what I love @ this article? Not 1 mention of test scores

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7 Stress-Fighting Tips for Principals - Ferndale, MI, United States, ASCD EDge Blog pos... - 0 views

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As testing season draws near, listen to some Buffett

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The Performance Manifesto - LeaderTalk - Education Week - 0 views

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An interesting post on leadership and it's influence on test scores & accountability

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Neither Fair Nor Accurate - 2 views

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Education Week: Panel Finds Few Learning Gains From Testing Movement - 1 views

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Chicago Public Schools Will Administer PARCC Tests to Only 10% of Schools | Diane Ravit... - 0 views

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Working together we can change our children's future - 1 views

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Social-Emotional Wellbeing Survey SEW | ACER - 0 views

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Something I would like us to consider.

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Shanghai Schools Push Students to Top of Tests - NYTimes.com - 1 views

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