Why and How a Plagiarism Checker is Important for Students
Many students hesitate to use plagiarism checker tools mostly because they believe their research is 100% genuine, and they haveRead More…
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The Importance of Mid Year Data for Teachers, Students, and Families
The holidays are right around the corner and winter breaks are approaching. Students are getting ready to take assessments inRead More…
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Advanced Placement Courses And Their Tests Promote Rote Learning, Not Critical Thinking and Collaboration
Last year, I was asked to take on teaching AP English Literature and Composition to the 12th grade class. IRead More…
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Gatekeeping Tests for Teachers Entering Profession Often Keep Teachers of Color Out of Profession
According to an opinion piece published by Education Week, standardized tests given to professionals looking to enter the teaching profession,Read More…
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It’s Testing Season: Encourage Your Students to Finish Strong
The end of spring break marks only a few weeks before the end of the academic year and the startRead More…
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Do Tests Really Measure College Readiness?
Students are constantly being tested at school because testing determines their college readiness level — at least that’s what weRead More…
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Parent Perspective: How My Views Have Evolved on Standardized Tests
It’s testing time for California schools. Most of our children have just recently or will soon take the Smarter BalancedRead More…
Read More…“California’s Current Direction in Education is Not Moving us Forward” says Ryan J. Smith
Ryan J. Smith, Executive Director of The Education Trust-West, issued the following statement in response to the release of California’sRead More…
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