Science news articles about 'standardized test scores'

... haven't had the chance to do many hands-on experiments . Whether it is due to focus on math/reading to pass standardized test scores, lack of effort/knowlege to teach science using hands- ...

... academic achievement in high school doesn't matter – it does," Lleras said. "But if we only look at standardized test scores, we're only considering part of the equation for success as an adult in a ...

... non-grouped students. From previous research, we know teachers group students not just on standardized test scores, but also on behavior, race and class. So by using ability grouping, we're creating ...

... in 20 public elementary schools in Hawaii. Participating schools had below-average standardized test scores and diverse student populations with an average of 55 percent of students receiving free or ...

... positive attachments to their teachers and schools have higher grades and higher standardized test scores. "In this era of accountability, enhancing student-teacher relationships is not merely an add ...