Standardized testing is a test that is administered and scored in a consistent manner. It’s a test where everyone is given the same test which is scored the same way. One example where standardized tests can be most commonly found is at school. There are advantages and disadvantages about everything and standardized tests are not…
Implications of a well-accepted system
As the most common method of determining an individual’s aptitude or skill, standardized tests are nothing new. This simple method of choosing the best from the worst has been used for generations, and despite some flaws, the method is sound enough to have been used for this long. But lately, there have been doubts expressed…
Being in grade 9 at the moment, I’m going through one of the more important processes 14 year olds have to undergo: high school applications. The wonderful time where one decides where, and how they’re going to suffer through their high school years. It’s a pretty big decision, especially with all the special education programs…
The first step to solving a problem is admitting that you have it. Sigh, fine. I AM LAZY AND I PROCRASTINATE AND AP EXAMS ARE IN LIKE TWO WEEKS PLEASE HELP ME. Alright, alright, listen up. This isn’t going to be a walk in the park. Two weeks is plenty of time to prepare for…
Right now, you may feel like life is a bit of a mess. With exams and school finally coming to a close, you may feel burdened and stressed beyond relief–or maybe that’s just me. However, if there are any sympathizers out there, here are some videos to put a smile on your face and make…
What’s the first thing that comes to your mind when you think of the Internet? Maybe it’s knowledge, technology or possibly… procrastination? Yeah, it happens to the best of us — scrolling through Twitter or checking out the latest in your subscription box on YouTube is just so much more appealing than your social homework.…
Let’s face it – all, or at least, most of us have come across the oh-so-crazy concept of cheating (surprise, surprise) some time in our lives, whether it be ourselves, our friends, or our classmates that have been practising the cunning art.
We’ve all had moments when we were stuck on a question on a quiz or exam. Hoping the answer will hit you like lightning, you continue to stare intensely and longingly at the question that if the teacher were to see you, they would think you were trying to burn a hole through the page.…
At least at some point in our lives, we’ve all experienced stress. We feel stressed when there’s a number of things we need to get done: unit exams, projects, presentations, labs, quizzes, assignments, etc. And if you’re in Grade 12, there’s all the more stress that comes with applying for university and deciding what you…
Sadly enough, exams are right around the corner. *Sigh* This year, though we’re all going to ace them, right? Right? Yes, you will! That is, if you prepare properly. Here’s are some of the most recommended tips for exam preparation. Remember, they may not all work for you, so chose some that do and stick…