ASSESSMENT STANDARDS §

Description §

The assessment standards establish the criteria and expectations for measuring science achievement in the NAEP.

Related Concepts §

• NATIONAL RESEARCH COUNCIL — The NRC framework informs the assessment standards that define how science is evaluated in NAEP
• NAEP — The NAEP outlines assessment standards that define the content and expectations for science achievement
• PHYSICAL SCIENCE — Physical Science is part of the assessment standards dictating what concepts students should master in the NAEP
• LIFE SCIENCE — Life Science is a critical concept within the assessment standards defining knowledge for NAEP evaluations
• EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCES — Earth and Space Sciences is included in the standards set forth for assessments conducted by the NAEP