One Unintended Consequence of Giving Public Schools Incentives for Their

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Essay

One unintended consequence of giving public schools incentives for their students to do well on standardized tests is that it may lead to "teaching to the test" at the expense of teaching subjects that are not tested.If the standardized exams given by the state test reading comprehension and mathematics,would you expect these teaching distortions to be the same at the elementary and high school level? Explain.

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A state of intense happiness and self-confidence, sometimes artificially induced by the use of drugs or when experiencing certain psychological states.

Recreational Drug

Substances taken for enjoyment, rather than for medical reasons, which can alter perceptions, feelings, or consciousness.

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A form of dependence characterized by emotional–mental cravings for a substance or behavior, often in the absence of physical dependency.

Hallucinogens

Substances that alter perception, thoughts, and feelings, often leading to visual or auditory hallucinations.