Standardized tests are the gateway to many Universities across the globe, but what makes these “tests” so special? Well, according to “Collegeboard.com” the SAT, which stands for “Scholastic Assesment Test” tests many factors including, reading, writing and math skills that you’ve already learned in high school, and are considered “critical” for success in college and even in life. It gives both you, and colleges you select a sense of how well you would implement these “skills” in their classrooms.
Scores are just one part of the college acceptance process, along with grades, course level and recommendations.
There are over two million students take the SAT test each year, making it the most widely distributed admissions test in the country. …show more content…
It teaches how much, and how to study content you need to know. It also answers many personal questions, for example,“Do you prefer typical notes or flashcards? Do you study better by yourself or with a partner?” It can teach you what your personal test-taking style is, as well as teach you many different ways to think about a question. Knowledge of these personal abilities is priceless while in college, and even in life. By taking the SAT you are opening many doors for yourself financially as well. Most scholarship money comes from colleges and private organizations, who use test scores, alone or in combination with other personal achievements, to award their funds. Some colleges may award you a scholarship just because of your high …show more content…
There are numerous reasons over this debate. One leading argument that both parents along with many educators believe, is that these tests, do not accurately represent the students capabilities in or even outside the classroom. Many go so far as to associate a higher score to the wealth of the student's family.
This is because of the many elite sat prep classes and even one on one tutoring, that could cost thousands of dollars, which most people cannot afford.
Being a freshman in college, who recently took the SAT, it seems to me that these standardized college admissions tests are complete bullshit. It doesn’t tell you how much you learned and grown as an individual, it cannot predict happiness or success in life. It’s measuring nothing! It is a test that is biased towards wealthy families who can afford to “buy” a high score.
An extensive study done by NPR or National Public Radio, found that test scores do not accurately predict how well students will perform in college, yet their grades in high school will. William Hiss, former Dean of Admissions for Bates College said, “Students with good grades and modest testing did better in college than students with higher testing and lower high school
Scores are just one part of the college acceptance process, along with grades, course level and recommendations.
There are over two million students take the SAT test each year, making it the most widely distributed admissions test in the country. …show more content…
It teaches how much, and how to study content you need to know. It also answers many personal questions, for example,“Do you prefer typical notes or flashcards? Do you study better by yourself or with a partner?” It can teach you what your personal test-taking style is, as well as teach you many different ways to think about a question. Knowledge of these personal abilities is priceless while in college, and even in life. By taking the SAT you are opening many doors for yourself financially as well. Most scholarship money comes from colleges and private organizations, who use test scores, alone or in combination with other personal achievements, to award their funds. Some colleges may award you a scholarship just because of your high …show more content…
There are numerous reasons over this debate. One leading argument that both parents along with many educators believe, is that these tests, do not accurately represent the students capabilities in or even outside the classroom. Many go so far as to associate a higher score to the wealth of the student's family.
This is because of the many elite sat prep classes and even one on one tutoring, that could cost thousands of dollars, which most people cannot afford.
Being a freshman in college, who recently took the SAT, it seems to me that these standardized college admissions tests are complete bullshit. It doesn’t tell you how much you learned and grown as an individual, it cannot predict happiness or success in life. It’s measuring nothing! It is a test that is biased towards wealthy families who can afford to “buy” a high score.
An extensive study done by NPR or National Public Radio, found that test scores do not accurately predict how well students will perform in college, yet their grades in high school will. William Hiss, former Dean of Admissions for Bates College said, “Students with good grades and modest testing did better in college than students with higher testing and lower high school