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FCAT writing test about to get tougher

MrGreen sumitted ago via http://www.orlandosentinel.com (Views: 124, Clicks: 8)  View Story

The FCAT writing exam — the oldest and, by most measures, the easiest in Florida's testing arsenal — is to be graded on a tougher scale starting next year.

1 comments | Tags: florida florida comprehensive assessment test common core state standards writing standard english conventions | Topic: Education Policy BAD >_<

#1 by MrGreen posted ago +5 apples bad good
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    At a principal meeting this summer, curriculum leaders even suggested schools put the question, "What is the writing experience that you are requiring students to do today?" in all teachers' lesson plan documents. -- Linda Dove, director of curriculum services
 
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