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Threats to the Validity of Accountability Systems, Part 2:
In this three-part series, we explore key aspects of school accountability design that need to be properly balanced. In Part 2, we examine precision vs. actionability.
December 13, 2023
Threats to the Validity of Accountability Systems, Part 1:
In this three-part series, we explore key aspects of school accountability design that need to be properly balanced. In Part 1, we examine simplicity vs. complexity.
December 6, 2023
How Test Prep Works Against the Spirit of Formative Assessment
The pressure of external tests can lead teachers to use formative assessment as test preparation. Here’s how to protect this important classroom practice.
November 29, 2023
You Can Get the Accountability System You Want (Part 1)
States can have the school accountability systems they value by minimizing the footprint of the Every Student Succeeds Act.
November 15, 2023
Do We Really Need to Test All Students Every Year?
We can reduce testing in schools without sacrificing meaningful annual reports on students’ learning.
November 1, 2023
Three Common Misconceptions About State Assessments
Experts shed light on key aspects of state testing: comparability, proficiency, and instructional utility.
October 25, 2023
Can We Reduce Testing in K-12 Schools?
State testing has long been criticized for many reasons. We undertook a study to examine what tradeoffs might be necessary to reduce the footprint of state testing. Here's a preview of our early findings.
October 18, 2023
Federal Innovative Assessment Pilot: Now Open to All States
In a bid to jump-start the program, USED expands the IADA. Nearly $22 million is potentially available to support work on new state assessments.
October 4, 2023
2023 Reidy Interactive Lecture Series
Reflecting on and Improving Accountability Systems: Promises and Challenges Agenda Thursday, September 21st TimeTopic9:00amWelcome and Introduction to RILSScott Marion, Center […]
September 21, 2023
Improving Accountability Through Authentic Community Engagement
Systems work best when they’re shaped by authentic input from the people they serve, but states and districts make key mistakes in gathering feedback.
September 20, 2023