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169. The SAT And ACT Are Classist Not Racist
If sheer volume and vehemence of accusations of racism were sufficient evidence, the case against standardized tests would be closed. But what if testing tilts in a different direction entirely? Amy and Mike invited educator Ted Dorsey to explain how the SAT and ACT are classist rather than racist.
What are five things you will learn in this episode?
Who says the SAT and ACT are racist?
What traits of the tests are traditionally called racist and why?
What aspects of socioeconomic class play into testing?
How do parental wealth and education influence children's test scores?
In what way might…
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