eSchool News
APRIL 22, 2025
The organization is best known for its skills competitions that bring students together to network with industry professionals and test their abilities in more than 100 career fields. SkillsUSA competitions give CTE students real-world exposure to in-demand career skills, applied within authentic challenges and scenarios.
k12 Digest
MAY 28, 2025
That vision became AEF Schools , a place designed for students who needed something differenta structured, supportive environment where learning goes beyond textbooks and tests. The Preparatory Programs support students who thrive in a structured setting without the added stress of homework or standardized testing.
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eSchool News
NOVEMBER 3, 2022
When it comes to taking tests not in their first language, these groups can be at a notable disadvantage – especially for tests that influence a test-takers’ future. Language is a significant barrier to fair and inclusive testing, particularly if language fluency is not relevant to the skill being measured by the test.
eSchool News
NOVEMBER 13, 2023
Key points: Standardized tests aren’t inclusive and often lead to unnecessary stress Educators should shift focus from standardized tests to ensuring students become independent learners See related article: What’s the state of K-12 assessment? This shift, while intended to improve test performance, comes at a cost.
eSchool News
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
College admissions trends have followed suit, especially regarding standardized testing. The debate over using test scores in college admissions has oscillated between requiring them and questioning their necessity in favor of relying more on student grade point averages (GPAs). Over time, standardized tests have evolved in many ways.
eSchool News
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
That holds true for students scoring a 5 on the test as well as a 1 or 2. They provide students with an enhanced skill set in critical thinking, time management, strong writing and communication, and problem-solving as a direct result of a learning environment that promotes productive struggle. There is a threshold.
eSchool News
JUNE 10, 2025
The targeted program focused on foundational skills – phonemic awareness, letter naming, and oral reading fluency – and delivered remarkable results: 99% of participating students improved their overall composite early reading assessment scores from pre- to post-test.
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