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New Online Exams Will Also Test Florida School Districts' Technology

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Millions of U.S. students will log on to take a new generation of online tests less than a year from now.

The tests are tied to the new Common Core standards adopted by 44 states. But observers worry websites and networks might melt under a crush of students --just like the national health insurance website.

StateImpact Florida's John O’Connor tells us how Florida schools are making sure they’ll be ready.

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