Date of Award

11-1-2023

Language

English

Document Type

Dissertation

Degree Name

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

College/School/Department

Department of Educational Policy and Leadership

Dissertation/Thesis Chair

Gilbert A Valverde

Committee Members

Kimberly F Colvin, Kristen C Wilcox

Keywords

Accountability, Education, Standardized test, Testing

Subject Categories

Educational Assessment, Evaluation, and Research

Abstract

Accountability in education was implemented to improve poor learning outcomes by documenting and monitoring learning achievement results. In this process, external standardized achievement tests have played a central role, being the mechanism most frequently used to measure learning outcomes. However, several decades after its initial implementation, most students are still below learning standards, especially in developing countries. Additionally, several issues have been documented when using standardized achievement tests for accountability purposes. This study contributes to the discussion regarding why implementing accountability systems has not been enough to ensure that all students meet learning objectives.

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