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Michael "Doc" Moates, Ed.D.
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The Detrimental Impact of STAAR Testing on Student Mental Health
The State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) serves as a cornerstone in evaluating the academic progress of students within the state. While its intent is to ensure educational standards are met, the underlying consequences of such standardized testing on the mental health of students cannot be overlooked. The emphasis on high-stakes testing has cultivated an educational environment where the value of learning is overshadowed by the pressure to perform, result
Michael Moates
Nov 124 min read
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