The Philosophical Limitations of Educational Assessment: Implications for Academic Selection
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Academic Selection and Assessment Explore the philosophical, ethical, and practical challenges surrounding educational testing and academic selection in modern education systems. This thought-provoking book examines the limitations of high-stakes assessments and...
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Academic Selection and Assessment
Explore the philosophical, ethical, and practical challenges surrounding educational testing and academic selection in modern education systems. This thought-provoking book examines the limitations of high-stakes assessments and questions how test results are used to predict student potential and influence life-changing educational decisions.
Overview
Educational assessments play a significant role in shaping academic opportunities, but how accurately do they measure future success? This book investigates the philosophical foundations of testing, highlighting the tensions between measurement, prediction, fairness, and educational responsibility.
Key Topics
- The philosophy of educational assessment
- High-stakes testing and academic selection
- Ethical implications of standardized testing
- Predicting student potential and achievement
- Fairness in educational decision-making
- Historical development of academic selection practices
- Assessment validity and interpretation
- Alternative approaches to student evaluation
Features
- In-depth examination of educational testing practices
- Explores both logical and ethical concerns in assessment
- Analyzes the impact of high-stakes testing on students
- Discusses academic selection in historical and modern contexts
- Encourages critical thinking about educational policy
- Research-based and accessible discussion of assessment challenges
- Valuable resource for educators, researchers, and policymakers
Specifications
- Format: Hardcover
- Page Count: 157 Pages
- Dimensions: 8.27" × 5.83"
- Illustrated: Yes
- Publication Date: February 4, 2024
- Category: Education, Assessment & Educational Policy
Package Includes
- 1 × The Philosophical Limitations of Educational Assessment
The Philosophical Limitations of Educational Assessment: Implications for Academic Selection
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