WASL
Washington Assessment of Student Learning or WASL is a controversial standarized test in the state of Washington. All fourth, seventh and tenth graders in Washington's public schools take the WASL in reading, writing, listening and mathematics. By 2008, passing the WASL will become a graduation requirement in most Washington public schools. The test is composed of multiple choice questions, complete short-answer questions, student made graphs, requires students to compare and contrast information from multiple texts and write short essays. The purpose of this form of questioning is to require students to do more with their knowledge and think "outside the box." The test is somewhat controversial in Washington state. Many parents' groups have protested against the test, claiming unreasonable expectations and unusual questions. Other complaints include the requirement that severely learning disabled students are required to take the test.
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