Review:
High Stakes Testing
overall review score: 2.5
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score is between 0 and 5
High-stakes testing refers to assessments that have major consequences for students, teachers, and schools based on the results.
Key Features
- Rigorous testing format
- Impacts student promotion or graduation
- Affects teacher evaluations
- Can influence funding for schools
Pros
- Can provide valuable data on student performance
- May motivate students to perform better
Cons
- Can lead to teaching to the test
- Increased stress and anxiety for students
- May not accurately reflect student abilities