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Utah parents, teachers say standardized testing bill a mistake

By Harriet Norcross
March 01, 2019 12:00 AM
Some Utah teachers and parents have expressed opposition to HB118 is because they do not believe standardized testing scores can replace schoolwork. (AP Photo)
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HB118: Bill would provide incentive for students taking standardized tests

By Harriet Norcross
February 19, 2019 12:00 AM
A bill being discussed in the 2019 General Legislative Session would make it possible for teachers to give academic rewards to students who score well on standardized testing. Legislators hope this would encourage students to take the tests more seriously. (Lexie Flickinger)
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