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UCs Reconsider SATs Amid Skills Gap | Orange County News
UC regents are weighing a major reversal: bringing back the SAT and ACT after ditching them in 2020. Over 3,000 faculty members, including math professors, argue the test-optional policy has left students unprepared—especially for STEM fields. While critics see standardized tests as a gatekeeper to academic rigor, others warn they exclude diverse talent and don’t reflect true potential. A potential middle ground? A new UC-designed assessment that measures resilience and grit, offering fairer access and better feedback. The final call rests with the regents, caught between excellence and…
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