Mathematics Assessment and Evaluation

Mathematics Assessment and EvaluationAre current testing practices consistent with the goals of the reform movement in school mathematics? If not, what are the alternatives? How can authentic performance in mathematics be assessed? These and similar questions about tests and their uses have forced those advocating change to examine the way in which mathematical performance data is gathered and used in American schools. This book provides recent views on the issues surrounding mathematics

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the discussion in this chapter focuses on recent studies of purchase behaviour by North American and European consumers

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