Voluntary national examination at conclusion of secondary school: a methodological challenge in braziliat education

Resumo

This paper analyzes an innovotive, annual lesting procedure under way for exiting secondary school sludents in the Brazilian educational system. This government venture has been in implementation for five years, in partnership with private institutions, specially Cesgranrio Foundation. Founded thirty-two years ago, this Foundation is a non-governmental organization located in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It was founded by twelve universities for the purpose of administering achievement tests to college-bound students. The idea was to improve the quality of applicants and, thereby promote high quality university
graduates which would contribute to Brazil's development through academic and professional excellence.