Since standardized testing has seem to surface as a way for schools to be graded on their "performance", an increasing number of schools have embraced the data driven curriculum.

This looks at both pros and cons of standardized testing. It helps to see the other sides of the argument. I think as critical thinkers we need to embrace the benefits of education with and without standardized testing.

This article highlights the struggle that teachers face when "teaching to the test". As educators, we want to show our best qualities. However, that is limited when we must teach to the test. The quote I want to pull is "We are measuring temperature with a tablespoon"