High School Testing

The state requires all public high school students to pass the CAHSEE exit exam to get a high school diploma. Passing requires studying and taking practice tests.

Dec 21, 2009 - John Wu

Vocabulary is learned best in context. Several of the classic novels frequently assigned to high school students come in editions with hundreds of SAT vocabulary words.

Oct 23, 2009 - Angela Kleinow

Read the popular bestselling vampire novels in the "Twilight" series while improving vocabulary to painlessly prepare for standardized tests like the SAT and the ACT.

Oct 22, 2009 - Angela Kleinow

Vocabulary is learned best by reading in context. For students who don't have much time to read, these novels can be a great asset in preparing for the SAT.

Oct 19, 2009 - Angela Kleinow

One of the easiest and most useful ways to prepare for the SAT is to have a great vocabulary. It will help beyond the test and during college assignments.

Oct 7, 2009 - Angela Kleinow

Diverse assessments ensure that all learners are able to demonstrate understanding of the material through a variety of methods that address differing learning styles.

Aug 29, 2009 - Michael Streich

Traditional methods of cheating, though still used, are rapidly being replaced through the use and misuse of technology, including programs designed to detect plagiarism.

Jul 2, 2009 - Michael Streich

Even though an SAT prep course is great for students with mid-range SAT scores, there is a point of diminishing returns for anyone scoring with a high 2000+ SAT score.

Jun 18, 2009 - John Wu

For many teens and young adults, it is daunting to complete all of the courses required for a high school diploma. A GED gives them a short-cut to finish high school.

Jun 7, 2009 - John Wu

The mantra of most history teachers preparing examinations is the "bubble-sheet" experience, yet this approach, though easy, seldom achieves long term results.

Mar 29, 2009 - Michael Streich

All AP or Advanced Placement high school courses are tested in May by the College Board, necessitating a solid plan of action to review objective and subjective elements.

Mar 9, 2009 - Michael Streich

It's the time of year when high schoolers stress about the dreaded standardized tests most colleges require. But is one test right for all students?

Feb 14, 2009 - Nikkee Porcaro

Establishing specific test and project dates for high school teachers may alleviate student stress and pressures, but do they really prep students for college?

Dec 27, 2008 - Michael Streich

End of semester final examinations promote haphazard test construction, add undue stress to teachers and students in their timing, and may not accurately assess progress.

Dec 19, 2008 - Michael Streich

History teaching is more than a mass of facts, names, and dates so why do teachers utilize objective assessments instead of concept based testing methodologies?

Dec 15, 2008 - Michael Streich