Is narrow lens of standardized testing making us lose sight of our humanity?
Last night, there was a thought-provoking story by education reporter, John Merrow, on the PBS Newshour. Watch the video here. Here are some highlights from the transcript.
Starting off...
Starting off...
JOHN MERROW: Reading is the foundation of all learning. But according to the nation's report card, only 33 percent of fourth-graders are competent readers.
At this elementary school in New York City, 33 percent would be good news. Last year on the state reading test, only 18 percent of fourth-graders were on grade level, strong evidence of a failing school. ...
Based on its reading scores, the school is failing. But, in person, it seems to be thriving. Is it a