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Peer reviewedMehrens, William A.; Kaminski, John – Educational Measurement: Issues and Practice, 1989
The increased use of test scores as a measure of school quality is discussed. Legitimate and illegitimate practices of test preparation are considered. Some commercial test preparation programs are reviewed, with some conclusions about their effectiveness and desirability. (SLD)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Achievement Tests, Educational Quality, Elementary Secondary Education
