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First and foremost, congratulations to Frank Loreto for posting the busiest discussion on this site, “Getting Rid of EQAO”—100++ replies! Before starting this new group, I touched base with Frank about next steps for this topic. We both recognized that the EQAO posts and perspectives and info posted could be further separated for more clarity (e.g. elementary vs. secondary testing), but we don’t want to take away from an already great discussion---please keep reading and participating in Frank’s original discussion!
I also fully respect that some do not want to get rid of EQAO completely (or feel that it won’t happen any time soon), so I felt that a new group about less EQAO testing might be more inclusive and allow for more dialogue and problem solving about “how to make it better” in the “testing world”. So, here we are…..Join in, make a comment, pick a discussion topic or start one of your own here!
I also fully respect that some do not want to get rid of EQAO completely (or feel that it won’t happen any time soon), so I felt that a new group about less EQAO testing might be more inclusive and allow for more dialogue and problem solving about “how to make it better” in the “testing world”. So, here we are…..Join in, make a comment, pick a discussion topic or start one of your own here!
Discussion Forum
Withdrawal from EQAO
Started by Danielle Turpin. Last reply by Janet McCarrol Apr 20. 17 Replies 1 Like
Hi everyone,I am just wondering if anyone has successfully withdrew their child from EQAO, but have them still attend school.I know that this does happen if a child has an IEP or any particular…Continue
What are the real costs and benefits of EQAO testing?
Started by Sheila Stewart. Last reply by Sheila Stewart Feb 15. 3 Replies 0 Likes
What are the real costs of EQAO testing—in dollars and time? Is the administration time worth it? Does EQAO improve teaching and learning? Are there things that could improve their worth?
Grade 9 and/or 10 EQAO testing--Pros and Cons
Started by Sheila Stewart. Last reply by Sheila Stewart Feb 8, 2012. 5 Replies 0 Likes
Your thoughts on the secondary level here please.
Grade 3 and/or 6 Elementary EQAO Testing--Pros and Cons
Started by Sheila Stewart. Last reply by Sheila Stewart Apr 16, 2010. 1 Reply 0 Likes
Your thoughts on the elementary level here please.
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Comment by Sheila Stewart on May 16, 2013 at 12:28pm -
What is next for Alberta as they phase out their provincial standardized tests?
http://www.joebower.org/2013/05/provincial-achievement-tests-are-go...
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Comment by Sheila Stewart on May 1, 2013 at 4:24pm
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Jacqui added this post to the "Getting Rid of EQAO discussion". Adding here also. Enjoy the 'tongue and cheek :) ....but some good data gathered here:
http://acampbell99.wordpress.com/2013/04/30/surefire-ways-to-improv...
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Comment by Sheila Stewart on May 20, 2011 at 3:08pm
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Just helping out a teacher, Joe Bower, from Alberta with this request:
"I'm looking for parents & teachers who opt their children out of
standardized tests. Contact me: joe dot bower dot teacher at gmail dot com "(responses from outside of Alberta welcome!)
You can also connect with him on twitter @joe_bower
Thanks!
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Comment by Sheila Stewart on February 28, 2011 at 9:59pm
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Thanks, Nima. Yes, here is the link....
http://communities.canada.com/vancouversun/blogs/reportcard/archive...
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Comment by Nima Basharat on February 21, 2011 at 4:35pm -
Hi,
Let's continue the group on less testing. I have read in BC, the principals and unions were sending letters home in protest to provincial testing there.
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Comment by Sheila Stewart on January 17, 2011 at 11:23am
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Thought this was interesting. From B.C.
http://communities.canada.com/vancouversun/blogs/reportcard/archive...
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Comment by Sheila Stewart on June 13, 2010 at 2:07pm
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Sat. Nov. 13.....details and updates on the P4E main website/home page...
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Comment by Nima Basharat on June 13, 2010 at 2:02pm
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When will the next conference be?
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Comment by Adam Davidson-Harden on November 9, 2009 at 8:03pm -
I wasn't able to be at the conference - what was the gist of things as far as attitudes toward testing at the conference - is their clear division, or do people think that p4e is moving toward a consensus position?
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Comment by Sheila Stewart on November 9, 2009 at 4:57pm
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You were right, Annie, and the discussions and presentations were great!
Sorry we missed you this year, Tanya, but thanks for joining here! Can't wait to listen to the panel again LIVE on TVO!
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