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Author(s):ACT, Inc.
Title:EPAS®: A system that works
Source:http://www.act.org/path/policy/pdf/epas_works.pdf
Date:2006
Organization:ACT, Inc.
Short Description:This article describes ACT's EPAS, which is designed to support schools, districts, and states.
Annotation:ACT's EPAS (Educational Planning and Assessment System) is designed to guide and support schools, districts, and states in their efforts to improve students' readiness for life after high school. ACT offers EPAS in reaction to data suggesting high school students are under prepared for college courses.
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Preparation/College Readiness
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