Problems with the use of student test scores to evaluate teachers
Author(s): Eva L. Baker, Paul E. Barton, Linda Darling-Hammond, Edward Haertel, Helen F. Ladd, Robert L. Linn, Diane Ravitch, Richard Rothstein, Richard J. Shavelson, and Lorrie A. Shepard
Abstract:
Reviewing the technical evidence of value-added modeling (VAM), the authors present reasons to question to validity of using student test scores to evaluate teachers. The analysis includes the limitations of this model, the possible unintended consequences, and recommendations.
APA Citation:
Baker, E.L. et al. (2010). Problems
with the use of student test scores to evaluate teachers (EPI Briefing paper 278). Washington,
D.C.: Economic Policy Institute.
Link: http://epi.3cdn.net/b9667271ee6c154195_t9m6iij8k.pdf
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