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The Limitations of Standardized Testing
This chapter explores the problematic use of standardized testing data in education, stressing the pressures on educators that can lead to unethical practices like score manipulation. It advocates for a comprehensive approach to evaluating educational performance that includes both quantitative and qualitative data, highlighting the importance of effect sizes in understanding educational outcomes. Additionally, it critiques the reliance on popular quotes to sidestep deeper issues in the educational system, urging for a more nuanced narrative that accurately reflects student growth and well-being.