A focus on test-taking is reinforcing paralyzing stereotypes in the classroom. More
The recent cheating scandal at New York City's Stuyvesant High School shocked the community, but high school student Nikhil Goyal says it should come More
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A high school student gives his case for getting rid of the grading system. More
Standardized testing teaches kids that intellectual abilities are fixed, and that the purpose of school is to measure them. More
For high school students, standardized test are required in order to apply to most American colleges and universities. More
A recent study suggests that chewing gum before a test may give brains a short, cognitive boost. More
The resources available to a student outside school are just as important as those available inside of one. More
The most recent NAEP scores indicate that nearly two-thirds of our fourth and eighth graders are not proficient at reading. More
The Harry Potter era comes to an end this week as the final film releases nationwide. But, while most people can watch the story unfold on screen, the More
Happy Independence Day! Now that the fireworks have faded, we think it’s a good time to ask ourselves just how well we know American history. The answ More
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