New test score labels seek positivity, ditching the term 'standard not met' for 'below basic'California is revising labels for student performance in standardized tests to reduce confusion and improve motivation.
Why A Low-Ranking Elementary School Might Be Your Child's Best OptionParents should reconsider the importance of school rankings in choosing educational options for their children.
Student test score descriptions get a makeover: Advanced, Proficient, Developing, MinimalThe State Board of Education has introduced new labels for student performance on state tests to foster a more positive description of lower scores.
Commentary: Why grade inflation is spreading from high school to college - and how it hurts learningEducation has increasingly focused on grades and degrees over true learning, leading to significant grade inflation.
Opinion: Grade inflation is spreading from high school to college and that hurts learningEducation has shifted focus from actual learning to proxies like grades and degrees, leading to significant inflation in both metrics.
The Commons: How the Ivy League Broke AmericaThe current meritocratic system fails to recognize diverse educational pathways and the value of talents beyond standardized testing.
New test score labels seek positivity, ditching the term 'standard not met' for 'below basic'California is revising labels for student performance in standardized tests to reduce confusion and improve motivation.
Why A Low-Ranking Elementary School Might Be Your Child's Best OptionParents should reconsider the importance of school rankings in choosing educational options for their children.
Student test score descriptions get a makeover: Advanced, Proficient, Developing, MinimalThe State Board of Education has introduced new labels for student performance on state tests to foster a more positive description of lower scores.
Commentary: Why grade inflation is spreading from high school to college - and how it hurts learningEducation has increasingly focused on grades and degrees over true learning, leading to significant grade inflation.
Opinion: Grade inflation is spreading from high school to college and that hurts learningEducation has shifted focus from actual learning to proxies like grades and degrees, leading to significant inflation in both metrics.
The Commons: How the Ivy League Broke AmericaThe current meritocratic system fails to recognize diverse educational pathways and the value of talents beyond standardized testing.
Why is mathematics education failing some of the world's most talented children?Young people demonstrate impressive arithmetic skills outside formal education, but struggle in standardized math tests, highlighting a need for educational reform.
Best MCAT prep bookSelecting a quality MCAT prep book with illustrations, strategies, and reviews is vital for effective preparation.
How to read LLM benchmarksLLM benchmarks provide standardized metrics to objectively compare model performance across various tasks.
AI Can't Replace Teachers (Entirely)AI-powered education at Alpha School focuses on efficiency and skills but raises concerns about the loss of human interaction and inquiry in learning.
Got Good Grades? You Might Not Even Have To Bother With The LSAT Anymore!The ABA is allowing law schools to apply to bypass the LSAT requirement for up to 100% of their incoming classes.
Popular LSAT Alternative Changes HandsLaw schools are increasingly considering alternatives to the LSAT for admissions, allowing for greater flexibility in the evaluation process.
Got Good Grades? You Might Not Even Have To Bother With The LSAT Anymore!The ABA is allowing law schools to apply to bypass the LSAT requirement for up to 100% of their incoming classes.
Popular LSAT Alternative Changes HandsLaw schools are increasingly considering alternatives to the LSAT for admissions, allowing for greater flexibility in the evaluation process.
Is Being An Average Middle-Of-The-Road Kid OK In The End?Navigating ADHD in a child's education involves balancing academic achievement with emotional well-being and character development.
Yes on 2: MCAS will no longer be high school graduation requirementMassachusetts voters approved ending MCAS as a graduation requirement in favor of district-set coursework.
More states ditch exams as high school grad requirementsMassachusetts voters have eliminated standardized tests as a graduation requirement, reflecting a national trend against high-stakes testing fueled by concerns over equity and efficacy.
Boston.com readers are divided over Question 2 resultsMassachusetts voters have ended MCAS graduation requirement, sparking divided public opinion on academic standards.
Opinion | Massachusetts Ballot Question 2 and the Value of Standardized TestsMassachusetts voters have the chance to eliminate the state's high school exit exam while maintaining academic standards through coursework.
Yes on 2: MCAS will no longer be high school graduation requirementMassachusetts voters approved ending MCAS as a graduation requirement in favor of district-set coursework.
More states ditch exams as high school grad requirementsMassachusetts voters have eliminated standardized tests as a graduation requirement, reflecting a national trend against high-stakes testing fueled by concerns over equity and efficacy.
Boston.com readers are divided over Question 2 resultsMassachusetts voters have ended MCAS graduation requirement, sparking divided public opinion on academic standards.
Opinion | Massachusetts Ballot Question 2 and the Value of Standardized TestsMassachusetts voters have the chance to eliminate the state's high school exit exam while maintaining academic standards through coursework.
Question 2 has passed, but is it truly the end of the MCAS requirement? Here's what may happen next.Massachusetts removes MCAS graduation requirement but lacks a unified alternative standard.
Massachusetts Votes On Ditching Standardized Test RequirementMassachusetts may eliminate MCAS as a graduation requirement, impacting how students transition to high school diplomas.
Wu toes line on MCAS ballot question, declines to take public positionMayor Wu is concerned about the clarity of alternatives to the MCAS as a graduation requirement, preferring more specific proposals.The debate over MCAS scores reflects significant public interest, with a majority favoring the elimination of the requirement.
Question 2 has passed, but is it truly the end of the MCAS requirement? Here's what may happen next.Massachusetts removes MCAS graduation requirement but lacks a unified alternative standard.
Massachusetts Votes On Ditching Standardized Test RequirementMassachusetts may eliminate MCAS as a graduation requirement, impacting how students transition to high school diplomas.
Wu toes line on MCAS ballot question, declines to take public positionMayor Wu is concerned about the clarity of alternatives to the MCAS as a graduation requirement, preferring more specific proposals.The debate over MCAS scores reflects significant public interest, with a majority favoring the elimination of the requirement.
Question 2: What to know about removing the MCAS graduation requirementQuestion 2 aims to remove the MCAS as a graduation requirement for Massachusetts high schoolers, shifting focus to district coursework standards.
'No on 2' campaign gets largest donation yet: $2.5 million from Michael BloombergMichael Bloomberg is heavily investing in keeping MCAS as a graduation requirement against growing opposition.
Question 2: What to know about removing the MCAS graduation requirementQuestion 2 aims to remove the MCAS as a graduation requirement for Massachusetts high schoolers, shifting focus to district coursework standards.
'No on 2' campaign gets largest donation yet: $2.5 million from Michael BloombergMichael Bloomberg is heavily investing in keeping MCAS as a graduation requirement against growing opposition.
NYC test scores: Math grades edging upward, but reading strugglesNYC public schools show mixed test results, with math scores improving while reading proficiency is declining.
California English and math test scores rise for first time since the pandemic, but still show pandemic learning lossCalifornia students show slight gains in standardized testing, but scores remain below pre-pandemic levels, highlighting ongoing concerns about learning loss.
NYC test scores: Math grades edging upward, but reading strugglesNYC public schools show mixed test results, with math scores improving while reading proficiency is declining.
California English and math test scores rise for first time since the pandemic, but still show pandemic learning lossCalifornia students show slight gains in standardized testing, but scores remain below pre-pandemic levels, highlighting ongoing concerns about learning loss.
Author Nicholas Lemann discusses his new book on the SATStandardized testing in college admissions has undergone significant evolution influenced by legal, social, and educational changes over the last 25 years.
Johns Hopkins reinstates standardized test requirementJohns Hopkins University will require standardized test scores for applicants starting in fall 2026, ending its test-optional policy.
Author Nicholas Lemann discusses his new book on the SATStandardized testing in college admissions has undergone significant evolution influenced by legal, social, and educational changes over the last 25 years.
Johns Hopkins reinstates standardized test requirementJohns Hopkins University will require standardized test scores for applicants starting in fall 2026, ending its test-optional policy.
Ten L.A. schools to stop standardized tests amid debate: 'Endless boredom' or essential tool?Los Angeles schools are moving away from standardized testing to explore new student evaluation methods, starting with a potential pilot involving ten schools.
US universities are reinstating SAT scores. Experts say it will exacerbate racial inequalityReinstating SAT and ACT scores in college admissions can impact diversity and racial equality.
Changes coming to ACT exam, test will be significantly shorter and cheaperThe ACT exam is undergoing significant changes with the science section becoming optional, a shorter core test, and more flexible testing options.
Most Asian Americans think SAT but not race is fair to consider for college admissionsAsian American adults support standardized testing in college admissions and oppose consideration of race/ethnicity.
The ACT Exam is getting shorter-and the science section is now optionalThe ACT test will be shortened by up to an hour and the science portion will be made optional, providing students with more flexibility and reducing test fatigue.
After pandemic pause, Caltech restores standardized testing requirement for incoming undergradsStandardized testing requirement reinstated by Caltech and Harvard for holistic admissions considerations.
US universities are reinstating SAT scores. Experts say it will exacerbate racial inequalityReinstating SAT and ACT scores in college admissions can impact diversity and racial equality.
Changes coming to ACT exam, test will be significantly shorter and cheaperThe ACT exam is undergoing significant changes with the science section becoming optional, a shorter core test, and more flexible testing options.
Most Asian Americans think SAT but not race is fair to consider for college admissionsAsian American adults support standardized testing in college admissions and oppose consideration of race/ethnicity.
The ACT Exam is getting shorter-and the science section is now optionalThe ACT test will be shortened by up to an hour and the science portion will be made optional, providing students with more flexibility and reducing test fatigue.
After pandemic pause, Caltech restores standardized testing requirement for incoming undergradsStandardized testing requirement reinstated by Caltech and Harvard for holistic admissions considerations.
LAUSD parents and teachers in uproar over timed academic testing for 4-year-oldsParents and educators protest administering kindergarten literacy test to TK students raising age-appropriateness concerns.
Readers agree: Harvard is right to bring back standardized testsStandardized tests help diversify applicant pool and provide valuable information about potential success in college.
Reinstating the SATs Will Only Make Rich Kids RicherThe return of SAT requirements at wealthy colleges may disadvantage socioeconomically disadvantaged students of color.
Readers agree: Harvard is right to bring back standardized testsStandardized tests help diversify applicant pool and provide valuable information about potential success in college.
Reinstating the SATs Will Only Make Rich Kids RicherThe return of SAT requirements at wealthy colleges may disadvantage socioeconomically disadvantaged students of color.
Harvard Will Require Test Scores for AdmissionsHarvard will reinstate standardized testing for admissions, citing its value in identifying talent from all backgrounds.The decision was influenced by research showing standardized testing to be effective in evaluating students' potential for success in college.
In sudden move, Harvard, Caltech return to test requirementsHarvard and Caltech are reverting to mandatory standardized test scores following increased pressure from other institutions and research findings emphasizing the predictive nature of these scores.
Harvard Will Require Test Scores for AdmissionsHarvard will reinstate standardized testing for admissions, citing its value in identifying talent from all backgrounds.The decision was influenced by research showing standardized testing to be effective in evaluating students' potential for success in college.
In sudden move, Harvard, Caltech return to test requirementsHarvard and Caltech are reverting to mandatory standardized test scores following increased pressure from other institutions and research findings emphasizing the predictive nature of these scores.
Cecily Myart-Cruz: Spirited defender of teachersCecily Myart-Cruz, a crossing guard and president of United Teachers Los Angeles, advocates for restoring joy and culturally relevant education in classrooms.
New York is about to make its high-school diplomas worse than uselessNew York high school students will no longer need to pass five Regent exams to graduate under the State Education Department's new plan.
How Educational Reforms at the National Level Are Reflected and Implemented in Brooklyn SchoolsEducational reforms aim to address challenges such as resource allocation, achievement gaps, and accountability, emphasizing curriculum adjustments, standardized testing, teacher evaluation, and technology integration.