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Too Many Tests | Check-In 74
In this ChatEDU Check-In: Students take up to 88 standardized tests before high school, but more testing doesn't improve learning, Liz explores how high-volume standardized testing impacts educational outcomes and school operations. Federal mandates have driven school districts to restructure daily schedules and reallocate instructional time toward tested subjects like math and reading. However, this increased focus on assessment has not translated into improved academic performance.
Key Takeaways:
Federal testing mandates led 44 percent of school districts to cut time from non-tested…
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