Many principals and teachers have not been given the opportunity to develop the assessment literacy needed to fulfill their assessment responsibilities in standards-driven schools. The principal's role in dealing with this critical gap in professional capabilities is described. Discusses five standards of sound assessment practice for principals to share with teachers to the benefit of their students.
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