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Upper Darby SD proposes Classroom Diagnostic Tools for secondary science; would use state platform and 45‑minute tests

2396210 · January 28, 2025
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Summary

District leaders asked the committee to approve using Pennsylvania Department of Education Classroom Diagnostic Tools (CDTs) for secondary science (grades 6–8 and high-school general science and biology) to help teachers target instruction; tests are untimed, aligned to state standards and take about one class period.

District administrators recommended that the Board approve use of Pennsylvania’s Classroom Diagnostic Tools (CDTs) in secondary science courses to provide teachers with diagnostic information on student strengths and areas for instructional planning.

Dr. Kelly presented the CDT proposal to the Education & Pupil Services Committee and said CDTs are…

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