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Teacher Developed Instruction in the Era of Standardized Testing

Podcast by Dr. Tammy Lynn Woody and Dr. Amy Burkman In the era of standardized testing, there has historically been friction between the desire to teach in a manner conducive to both instructor and  PK-12 pupil needs and the imperative to adhere to highly regulated curriculum. The APUS School of Education is an educational preparation provider that strives to address critical issues such as this one.

Are Standardized Tests Challenging Academic Rigor?

By Dr. Conrad Lotze VP & Dean, School of Education at American Public University This year, millions of school-aged children will spend multiple hours at school taking standardized tests. Stop and think about that for a minute. Now ask yourself some questions: What are the tests designed to measure? Who decides what content gets tested? How much time do students and their teachers spend specifically preparing for those tests?

Why Educators “Teach to the Test”

By Dr. Amy Burkman Program Director, M.Ed. in Administration and Supervision, American Public University When I am in a social setting and people find out what I do for a living, there is always at least one person who feels the need to ask me why teachers always teach to the test. At this point, my husband always takes a step back and begins eyeing the person who asked the question with pity.