Tara, another way of looking at this question is what other techniques can you use to measure their mastery of a subject matter than a traditional assessment? There are many types of assessment tools that do not involve testing such as projects, case studies, discussion, among others. Perhaps the issue is more looking at different ways to measure mastery versus focusing so much of your efforts on figuring out how to make all of your students good test takers. Just a thought.
James Jackson
