Texas House Bill HB3447

Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

Caption

Relating to a study of the effectiveness for junior college students of the success initiative assessment and developmental coursework requirements regarding student readiness for college-level work.

Impact

If enacted, HB3447 would amend the Texas Education Code by introducing a clear requirement for the analysis of educational policies related to junior colleges. It would require the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to examine relevant demographic data and skills of students to gauge the success of current assessments and coursework. The findings and recommendations are expected to influence future legislative actions and potentially reform developmental coursework in junior colleges.

Summary

House Bill 3447 aims to assess the effectiveness of the success initiative assessment and developmental coursework requirements for junior college students in Texas. The bill mandates a comprehensive analysis to evaluate how these requirements affect student progress and success across various junior college programs, including vocational, technical, and associate degree programs. This includes assessing the impact on students’ readiness for college-level work and making data-informed recommendations based on this analysis.

Contention

There are likely varied opinions regarding the implications of HB3447. Proponents may argue that the bill provides a necessary examination to improve educational outcomes for junior college students, potentially increasing the alignment of coursework with student needs and workforce demands. Conversely, critics may express concerns about the effectiveness of existing assessments and whether the proposed changes truly address systemic issues affecting student readiness.