Critics of state-mandated testing argue that such testing encourages teachers to teach for the test, thus focusing specifically on material expected to be on the exam rather than presenting a wider variety of material that teachers might think is worthwhile.

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Teachers are under pressure to be accountable-to ensure that their students do well on the exam as evidence that the teacher is doing a good job.

Critics of State-Mandated Testing Argue That Such Testing Encourages Teachers