What is the point of all the tests that come with Junior year of high school? Not only does 11th grade come with tests in all classes, but it also comes with standardized tests, including the ACT. These tests are important, and serve a great purpose, but many students believe that they are not important. So, why are these standardized tests and the ACT so important?
First, the ACT has many beneficial elements. Although many colleges do not pay attention to ACT scores anymore, it is still important to do your absolute best. Ella Bradeen states, “I think it is important to get a good score on the ACT because it can determine what college you want to go to.” The ACT is a great resume builder and can also help colleges and future employers determine your strengths. This test assesses your readiness for college levelwork in English, Reading, Math, and science. You can also take an optional writing section. Most importantly, the ACT can make you stand out on any college application.
Second, standardized tests can also offer great benefits. We know these standardized tests and the SBAC Tests (Smarter Balanced Assessment Consortium). These series of test assess your English language arts and mathematic skills. Also, every 3 years, this test assesses your scientific applications. It is important to do your best on these tests because it shows the school district how to improve the curriculum that is being taught. It can also give future schools insight on your skills and how you apply them to different problems.
Many students feel that these tests are pointless. They believe they are a waste of time, and an unnecessary added stress. “I do not think they are important because they are very stressful. One test can determine who you are as a person? I do not think that is right. Students learn differently and learn better with subjects they enjoy more. Making one student test on a subject they love and another student testing on the subject they hate will not determine who is smarter, just who is more interested” Ella Bradeen states. This point of view is common among students, and many believe that the schools do not do anything with these tests. Tailie Brehm states. “I believe that these tests could help kids if the school system really looked at the scores and took measures to add in classes where they are needed and change the curriculum.” The standardized test offer information on how schools should change the curriculum, and even though changes may be small, several students do not notice the changes.
First, the ACT has many beneficial elements. Although many colleges do not pay attention to ACT scores anymore, it is still important to do your absolute best. Ella Bradeen states, “I think it is important to get a good score on the ACT because it can determine what college you want to go to.” The ACT is a great resume builder and can also help colleges and future employers determine your strengths. This test assesses your readiness for college levelwork in English, Reading, Math, and science. You can also take an optional writing section. Most importantly, the ACT can make you stand out on any college application.
Second, standardized tests can also offer great benefits. We know these standardized tests and the SBAC Tests (Smarter Balanced Assessment Consortium). These series of test assess your English language arts and mathematic skills. Also, every 3 years, this test assesses your scientific applications. It is important to do your best on these tests because it shows the school district how to improve the curriculum that is being taught. It can also give future schools insight on your skills and how you apply them to different problems.
Many students feel that these tests are pointless. They believe they are a waste of time, and an unnecessary added stress. “I do not think they are important because they are very stressful. One test can determine who you are as a person? I do not think that is right. Students learn differently and learn better with subjects they enjoy more. Making one student test on a subject they love and another student testing on the subject they hate will not determine who is smarter, just who is more interested” Ella Bradeen states. This point of view is common among students, and many believe that the schools do not do anything with these tests. Tailie Brehm states. “I believe that these tests could help kids if the school system really looked at the scores and took measures to add in classes where they are needed and change the curriculum.” The standardized test offer information on how schools should change the curriculum, and even though changes may be small, several students do not notice the changes.
Overall, Junior year may seem like it is full of tests, but these tests can help strengthen college applications, build resumes, and show future employers/colleges what your strengths are. So, make sure that you try your best on these tests and remember that they are important.
