Teaching to the Test: Practice and Policy Implications

"Teaching to the Test: Practice and Policy Implications" is a scholarly book that addresses the challenges arising from state-controlled, standards-based testing. These tests are crucial for the accountability of schools, teachers, and students. The book is based on a comprehensive case study that employs both quantitative and qualitative research methods to explore the perspectives of teachers and administrators. It analyzes how these views compare to those of measurement experts, particularly regarding appropriate and inappropriate teaching and test preparation methods. Additionally, possible explanations for the differences between these perspectives are discussed, strategies to reduce these differences are presented, and the implications for policy-making in curriculum and assessment are highlighted. The investigation also integrates content analyses of relevant websites and publications to provide a comprehensive understanding of the topic.