Music Education and Standardized Testing
The recent decision by Florida music educators to begin the use of optional standardized assessments in music for fourth graders gives our field another reason to have a wide scale discussion about assessment and related issues in music education. Reading the responses of teachers and the general public gives an interesting picture of peoples attitudes, perceptions and beliefs in relation to issues ranging from the legitimacy or importance of music education to what is actually being worked on in music classes. Read More »Music Education and Standardized Testing