The National Center for Education Statistics posts results for the 2002 National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP). Features include a breakdown of the NAEP by content area, as well as a "Stat of the Week." [Site states that 2003 results will be posted on Nov. 13] (
http://nces.ed.gov/nationsreportcard
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A helpful resource for all educators, this site allows visitors to monitor new changes in federal legislation concerning special education. Additional resources include links to discussion forums, professional development opportunities, and publications. (
http://www.cec.sped.org
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Rubistar offers a free tool teachers can use to create quality rubrics for a variety of student assignments. Offers templates for project types ranging from "graphing" to "classical concert etiquette." Offers users the opportunity to post project ideas and/or rubrics to share with others. (
http://rubistar.4teachers.org/index.php
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This site addresses test anxiety by offering students a "how to study" model. The studying process, study skills, and how to write are discussed. Other resources include links to articles of interest to students. (
http://www.howtostudy.org
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ENC Online is a K-12 math and science teacher center. On this page, teachers share their strategies for assessing their students' work and their teaching. Other site resources include curriculum and professional development resources and links to lesson plans and activities. (
http://www.enc.org/topics/assessment/classroom
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