Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Mr. Chairman, I suspect that the underlying question is one of accountability and how do people know how well their children are doing in comparison to what level they might be expected to be at? I believe that we have a responsibility to demonstrate to people how well the system is working. That may include developing a mechanism for testing students. We do not have the resources to test students at every grade level. I do not think that would be necessary, nor do I think it would be productive. However, I do think and have discussed with the Standing Committee on Social Programs our working towards developing a system of accountability so we can demonstrate to the people of the north how well the system is performing. Some aspects of that system will include some testing.
Charles Dent on Committee Motion 2-13(5): To Amend Committee Motion 1-13(5)
In the Legislative Assembly on October 23rd, 1997. See this statement in context.
Committee Motion 2-13(5): To Amend Committee Motion 1-13(5)
Item 19: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
October 23rd, 1997
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