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Alabama Adds WorkKeys to ACT | Birmingham News
Alabama is seeking federal approval to let students take the ACT WorkKeys assessment alongside their regular ACT — not to replace it, but to better recognize career-ready skills. State officials argue this helps Career Technical Education students show real-world readiness, while still taking the full ACT for college prep. Educators say WorkKeys complements the ACT by testing problem-solving in job contexts, not against it. With average ACT scores below the proficiency mark, this Ed-Flex waiver could open doors for students pursuing careers — and federal reviewers are now weighing the…
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