'Value added' assesses students, schools: New system analyzes scores on annual standardized state tests to chart progress.

From: Times Leader (Wilkes-Barre, PA) | Date: November 27, 2006 | Copyright information

Byline: Mark Guydish

Nov. 27--When it comes to the government spending tax dollars, everyone wants to see a little "value added" to what it buys. This year, the state Department of Education has done that--to the tune of almost $2 million. Since 2002, the state has phased in "Value Added Assessment," adding more districts to the program each year. This fall, all 501 are involved. The more districts that participate, the more money it costs; the more students involved...

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