Literacy Timeline

By kcollier

  • First Literacy Test

    The first literacy test took place in Connecticut around 1855. This test was put in place to test individuals on reading and writing skills to determine if they were qualified to vote. Volle, A. (2023, March 1). literacy test. Encyclopedia Britannica. https://www.britannica.com/topic/literacy-test

  • First SAT

    The first SAT was originated from the U.S. army. This test was meant to sort soldiers who would eventually move on to be officers. In 1926, the first SAT was given to thousands of high schoolers to test their areas in subjects such as reading and arithmetic. This exam would eventually become a controversial argument. “A Brief History of the SAT: Bestcolleges.” BestColleges.Com, www.bestcolleges.com/blog/history-of-sat/. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.

  • Maria Montessori

    Montessori believed in systematic teaching and encouraged independence. She used self correcting tools and systems that stimulated creative thinking. She also taught daily procedures in class such as cleaning. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UzmvtVAuuyI **used slides from class

  • Jeanne Chall

    Jeanne Chall created Chall 's Stages of Reading Development. Chall had the strong idea that children learned in linear progression. She believed each skill built upon the others. **used slides from class

  • No Child Left Behind Act

    The No Child Left Behind Act improved early childhood education. This act ensured that student achievement would be reachable with serious measures set in place. Standardized tests and yearly reports would help students perform better. This act also provided students with more resources. H.R.1 - 107th Congress (2001-2002): No Child Left behind Act of 2001 | Congress.Gov | Library of Congress, www.congress.gov/bill/107th-congress/house-bill/1. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.

  • ESSA act

    This law replaced the No Child Left Behind Act. The goal of this act is to promote a more well rounded approach to education. This act enhances flexibility and ensures a students education is a priority. “What Is the Every Student Succeeds Act?” U.S. Department of Education, www.ed.gov/laws-and-policy/laws-preschool-grade-12-education/esea/what-is-the-every-student-succeeds-act. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.