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Create a formal, position argument where you state and defend a claim on standardized testing. The purpose and goal is to persuade and convince your audience of a certain perspective, direction, or solution for an issue.

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Notes and ideas, including some resources on pros and cons of standardized testing.

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Vogler, K. (2003). Where does social studies fit in a high-stakes testing environment? The Social Studies, 94(5), 207-211.

Hare, H. (2003, Jun 29). Testing standards put to a test. Rochester Democrat and Chronicle Retrieved from https://search-proquest-com.contentproxy.phoenix.edu/docview/441585097?accountid=134061

Zwillenberg, S. E. (1992). The effects of extended time as a test modification when assessing the achievement of specific reading-disabled students (Order No. 9221125). Available from ProQuest Dissertations & Theses Global. (303996013).

Quinn, R. (2015, Oct 09). STANDARIZED EXAMS. Charleston Gazette - Mail

Hermesch, J. A. (2010). A dynamic examination of the disparity in african american college enrollment (Order No. 1475698). Available from ProQuest Dissertations & Theses Global. (305232546).

Meadows, S., & Karr-Kidwell, P. J. (2001). The Role of Standardized Tests as a Means of Assessment of Young Children: A Review of Related Literature and Recommendations of Alternative Assessments for Administrators and Teachers.

PROS AND CONS OF ASSESSMENT. (2014). Tech & Learning, 35(4), 42-44

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