Can’t fix APS without fixing “dysfunctional education policy.”
Over the last few days, academics have begun to weigh in on the APS cheating scandal. In this essay, a UGA education professor says high-stakes testing accountability measures will not improve education, and, in fact, will actually undermine education.
(I haven’t received any pieces yet in defense of the testing focus in our schools, but will share any that I might receive.)
The essay is from William Wraga, a professor in the program in educational administration and policy at the College of Education, University of Georgia.
By William G. Wraga
The actions of administrators and teachers in the Atlanta Public Schools who altered student test answer sheets are indefensible. The reported “culture of fear, intimidation, and
