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Hot Topic: Teachers and test scores

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One of the sticking points in the Chicago teachers' strike is job security based on standardized test scores of students.

According to an AP report, the American Federation of Teachers and the National Education Association are taking a stand on the issue and plan to fight it. If they lose, it could have an affect on other school districts in the nation.

Other reforms being sought include expanding charter schools, and getting private companies involved with failing schools.

What do you think? Should a teacher's employment be based on your child's test scores? Post your responses on our FOX 5 Atlanta Facebook page, tweet us @GoodDayAtlanta, or email us at goodday@myfoxatlanta.com!  We'll read some of your responses during the 9 am hour of Good Day Atlanta.

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