Put simply, if something isn't tested, it isn't taught. Without visible stakes involved, no one will have any serious incentive to do the work.
This past week, the Oregon Board of Education decided to extend its 'pause' on requiring students to pass any standardized tests for graduation. Naturally, it cited COVID and racial equity as its reasons. Not only would the standardized tests punish any kids still somehow affected by the shutdowns, but they would especially harm black and Hispanic students who disproportionately perform worse on such tests.
Most educators and administrators are trying to deal with the severe learning difficulties of today's students, a widening achievement gap between different racial groups, and a chronic lack of resources and public support.As the recent news of falling ACT scores shows, and as my own observations as a public school teacher would confirm, today's K-12 students, particularly those in regular or on-level classes, are struggling.
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