student testing

2:11PM
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Report cards should be clear, not confusing

Unfortunately, British Columbia's new curriculum focuses on the process of learning rather than on actual content.


10:41AM
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Marks and grades still matter in school

In math, there’s a premium on efficiency and accuracy.


10:24AM
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Don’t scrap final exams—some stress is good for students

According to the school board, it scrapped exams to better support the mental health and well-being of students.


7:00AM
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ChatGPT underscores importance of traditional education

Tests are the best way to assess students on actual knowledge and skills acquired in a course.


7:52AM
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Data refute claims of ‘white supremacy’ in standardized testing

Ninety-two per cent of immigrant parents of K-12 children support standardized testing in schools.


10:17AM
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PISA results—a breakdown by province

Manitoba, Saskatchewan and New Brunswick are among the lowest-scoring provinces on both assessments.


8:50AM
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Schools shouldn’t abandon tests and exams

There’s a close link between background knowledge and reading comprehension.


9:25AM
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COVID school closures dealt predictable blow to student learning

Canada should finally create an expanded program of national testing of students.


8:08AM
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Canada’s PISA scores—good news, bad news

In each subject, the country's average scores have been declining over time.


8:31AM
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China’s PISA success—less than meets the eye

The urbanized region represents only 13 per cent of the country's total population.