The Current Texas Testing Program (STAAR) Is Controversial Because

question 70

Multiple Choice

The current Texas testing program (STAAR) is controversial because

• A) it requires end-of-course tests for some subjects.
• B) it is used for evaluating teachers and schools.
• C) in practice, it encourages teaching to the test.
• D) All of these choices are true of the STAAR testing program.

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