About 37% of California test-takers met all college readiness benchmarks on the ACT
About 37% of California’s Class of 2019 who took the ACT were deemed “college-ready” in all four subjects tested, the same percentage as four years ago.
The national participation rate also has been in decline. About 52% of U.S. students took the test this year, down from 59% four years ago. Critics of the standardized tests say test performance is closely correlated with — and therefore likely influenced by — family incomes, parent education levels and race. They argue that using the tests for college admissions discriminates against disadvantaged students, including students of color, poor students and students with disabilities.
“ACT test results reflect inequities in access and quality of education, shining a light on where they exist,” the ACT said. “Blaming standardized tests for differences in educational quality and opportunities that exist will not improve educational outcomes.”
Australia Latest News, Australia Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
House could act on impeachment before suit over former Trump aide’s subpoena is resolved
Read more »
BTS Becomes Second Act to Rule Social 50 Chart for 150 WeeksBTS is the second act in the nine-year history of Billboard’s Social 50 chart to rule the list for at least 150 weeks, ruling the Nov. 2-dated ranking.
Read more »
Shell’s high-wire balancing act is getting harderThe Anglo-Dutch oil major beat third-quarter expectations but warned it may slow a $25 bln share buyback. Shell needs the economy and oil prices to hold up to control its debt, pay investors their world-beating dividend and replenish reserves. The latter may have to give too.
Read more »
Dermalogica's Newest Serum Re-Engineers Skin to Act Like its Younger SelfDermalogica's newest serum aims to fight ageing in a radical new way – by reengineering skin to behave like it did when it was younger. Here's what you need to know about the brand's newest launch.
Read more »
The Fed omitted key words from its latest rate-cut decision. Here’s what the 'act as appropriate' phrase means, and why it was left out.Investors view the phrase as a signal the bank is considering future cuts, and its omission hints at a pause to rate changes.
Read more »
Doja Cat went viral. Now what? A hip-hop meme star gets serious, sort of, for her second actThe Gen Z rapper known for absurdist viral smashes like 'Mooo!' hopes her new album, 'Hot Pink,' establishes her as a serious force in hip-hop.
Read more »