The Act requires states to develop assessments in basic skills to be given to all students in certain grades, if those states are to receive federal funding for schools. The Act does not assert a national achievement standard; standards are set by each individual state [OBr13]. ... One student proclaimed, "I just do not understand how I can be learning about the American Revolution one day and then the Great Depression the next" [Bla14]. ... Although elected officials had the right idea about the act when it first came into law, they should take into consideration that as time goes...

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I think that this is a decent amount to pay for all the necessities in life as well as those additional extras. ... I find that this would allow for relaxation and act as a preparation for the new term or year. ... As teachers also have to do look after students during breaks in the school day which are often outside, teachers also have the opportunity to be in the outdoor environment as well as the indoors. ... She says that teaching is a very rewarding job, especially when she sees how students have improved over the year. ... In the fourth year at university, there are usually practical ass...

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Do repeated high failure rates send a red flag up to an administrator that the teacher's form of assessment is not viable? ... Now known as the Praxis, it continues to be a national professional assessment for teachers and administrators. ... "Iron clad tenure as well as aggressive union tactics allow a teacher to remain deeply embedded in the establishment as recertification takes place every five to seven years regardless if they do any actual teaching. ... Research reveals more about how the brain works, the importance of effective communication skills, and how learning is achieved. ....

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Elementary and middle school had me thinking I was that awkward kid but when I finally made it to high school, I began to understand how communication with others really works and how to control it. Through the Spitzberg and Cupach Interpersonal Communication Competence Assessment, I was able to visualize and understand my communication strengths and weaknesses. ... I have always been bad at doing what I set out to do, or following through with what I tell myself I am going to do. ... She said, "What should we do now?... This is my lowest score because there are many times and situations ...

• Word Count: 1491
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• Grade Level: High School