Title: Testing: Frequently Asked Questions
Headings: U.S. Department of Education
NCLB STRONGER ACCOUNTABILITY
Content: Is that true? Nevertheless, state assessments sound like they could take a lot of time and effort. What will be gained? Do tests measure the progress of schools? How does testing help teachers? How does testing help principals? How can parents find out if their child's school uses information gathered from testing to improve teaching and learning? What about the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP)? 1. What impact does testing have on children?