Assignment: Role of Tests
Imagine that you are the new principal of a new private elementary school that caters to gifted and talented children. Your task is to write a letter to the parents of the children, explaining the role psychological tests will play in their child's education this year.
Write a draft of your letter, beginning Dear Parent, and include the following in your letter:
a. Explain why tests of school ability (as well as related abilities are or not) are necessary in a school setting.
b. The role tests will (and will not) play at the school.
c. Explain how any test that is going to be used will be selected (e.g., criteria).
d. Explain how parents will be informed of findings with respect to readiness, achievement, and ability.
Format your assignment according to the give formatting requirements:
a. The answer must be double spaced, typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
b. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the course title, the student's name, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
c. Also include a reference page. The references and Citations should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.