Next Generation K–12 Assessment Systems: National Conference Publications
March 8–9, 2010
Washington, D.C.
The K–12 Center developed the agenda for this two-day interactive event that focused on "next generation" assessment systems. Hosted by the Education Commission of the States (ECS) and the Council of the Great City Schools (CGCS), the conference engaged more than 275 leaders from states and urban districts across the country, as well as national organizations, foundations and measurement experts, in the exploration of the policy objectives and design features needed in future systems to support improved student achievement.
The conference presented four comprehensive assessment system models developed by some of the best minds in the country, each of which reflected a unique set of priorities, approaches and trade-offs. Andreas Schleicher, who oversees the Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) and international benchmarking for the Organisation of Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), shared his insights regarding assessment models being used in other nations and his recommendations for future designs.
See publications from this conference below. You can also see the agenda, summary report, videos and additional materials from the conference in the Events section.
Presentation Materials
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| Linda Darling-Hammond and Ray Pecheone, Stanford University "Developing an Internationally Comparable Balanced Assessment System That Supports High-Quality Learning" |
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| Marc Tucker, National Center on Education and the Economy "An Assessment System For the United States: Why Not Build on the Best?" |
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| Stephen Lazer, Educational Testing Service "High-Level Model for an Assessment of Common Standards" |
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| Lauren Resnick, University of Pittsburgh, and Larry Berger, Wireless Generation "An American Examination System" |
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| Andreas Schleicher, OECD "The Future of Assessments: Lessons Learned Internationally" |
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