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The Pros And Cons Of Standardized Test Scores

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Standardized test scores should not be reflective of how well a student comprehends the subject matter, let alone these scores are inaccurate and unfairly predetermine educational mobility for many disadvantaged students. Phelps (2005) defends standardized test and argues that student test takers have an equal ability and opportunity to learn the subject matter tested. However, students all start off school at different levels, some with previous knowledge and others come into school not even speaking the english language. The quality of education each individual student obtains is in no means comparable therefore, this already creates an uneven foundation for “equal” standardized test taking. A study conducted by (Kohn 2000) elucidates
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