e actual testing date, reducing the possibility of a teacher unethically influencing the results of the examination. After the tests are administered, they should be sent back to the testing company for grading. Schools should not be provided with an answer key to avoid the possibility or temptation to socially promote.Skill groups that have successfully mastered all curriculum requirements should take a comprehensive test in order to graduate. This test should include material from the lowest level to the highest level of skill groups. "The tests would free teachers from the pressure to adjust the content of their courses and would assure students and their parents that the standard for each course is fixed, not floating. If Hamlet is tested, then Hamlet, not popsicle-stick or macaroni art will be taught." (Jessness p.26)Another end to the national crisis would be the implementation of an extensive progress reporting system. The first report of the system is students writing their own mandatory personal progress report each week. Concentrating on two areas at a time would give a more targeted look at the student’s needs. This report would include two primary weaknesses the student currently notices. Additionally, the student should identify two other areas where they feel they could use improvement. They should also list any strengths or areas for which they feel special recognition is warranted. Students should also include suggestions or ideas for improvement, which the teachers would evaluate. Teachers should attempt to implement the suggestions, where practical, in an effort to create more personalization within the multiage looping skills group. A monthly report for parents with a return signature upon receipt letter is the second type of report within the system. These reports would increase parental awareness and involvement. The reports would include a listing of the month's test and quiz scores, personal ...
