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Texas Schools to move from TAKS to end-of course exams: Pt. 1

By Sam Baker, KERA Local Morning Edition Host

http://stream.publicbroadcasting.net/production/mp3/kera/local-kera-602661.mp3

Dallas, TX –

Texas lawmakers in the recently-ended legislative session voted to switch out the controversial TAKS test with end-of-course exams. Plano state senator Florence Shapiro led the push for the change - which won't be immediate. She said it'll be phased in beginning with freshmen in 2011 and much to do in the interim.