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I think the problem is much more widespread and deep-rooted than standardized tests.
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I agree. Reliance on and teaching to standardized tests is merely the symptom of a broken system.
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what standardized tests are you reffering to? All of them or specific ones?
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I'm not sure if this is directed at myself, misfire, or both of us. I am referring to standardized tests in general, but most specifically
MCAS testing which is exclusive to Massachusetts public schools. Many teachers have altered their entire teaching curriculum to improve MCAS scores - as opposed to actually teaching useful information to students. MCAS preparation seemed much more pervasive in all classes than SATs prep or other standardized tests.
Regardless, I think there are other major factors that prevent students from being fully prepared for college, or life in general.