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» Lynn1969 - SATs and Achievement

The SAT I wasn't designed to measure success or "achievement." It was designed as a "standardized" measure for weighing aptitude for college level studies; and its value as an aptitude measure is questionable in the modern era--as evidenced by the new trend to give greater weight to other criteria in admissions (See Standardized Admissions Tests.)

The current role and purpose of the SAT is a topic of debate amongst admissions officers. Questions of fairness, reliability, and the quantification of aptitude surrounding this test should have been indicators for Maine that this test wasn't suitable for their purposes.

-- posted by Lynn1969

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» Barbara Pytel - SATs and Achievement

In response to SATs and Achievement posted by Lynn1969:

I totally agree. ACT would have been a much better choice. With so many colleges not even requiring ACT or SAT tests, it will be interesting to see where these standardized tests place for importance in 5-10 years.

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