In Case You Missed It: Pineapple, pineapple, pineapple; 24 schools for “turnaround”; Two-in-three NYers want the next mayor to change ed policy « EdVox

In Case You Missed It: Pineapple, pineapple, pineapple; 24 schools for “turnaround”; Two-in-three NYers want the next mayor to change ed policy « EdVox:

In Case You Missed It: Pineapple, pineapple, pineapple; 24 schools for “turnaround”; Two-in-three NYers want the next mayor to change ed policy

by edvoxny

Here on EdVox we’re excited to bring you the latest news about education issues and policies affecting our communities. It can be hard to keep up with all of the events and happenings, so – in case you missed it… Here is a recap of the latest stories in NYC education news, starting with the oldest:

MONDAY

• The infamous pineapple question was pulled from state tests:http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/education/officials-pull-puzzling-pineapple-question-state-tests-article-1.1065157

TUESDAY

• Post-pineapple, the state announced other errors on math exam questions:http://gothamschools.org/2012/04/24/fresh-off-pineapple-episode-state-identifies-math-exam-errors/#more-81910
• A quiet move to increase state-paid fees to the Success Charter Network was delayed at a SUNY Board 

 

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National Resolution on High-Stakes Testing