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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]But as parents shouldn't you know your kids are unprepared for college? Starting in middle school read their papers, review their projects and read all teacher comments. Have them take SAT subject tests and AP exams (not just the classes). If you see gaps, supplement. [/quote] I don't think this parent was talking about SATs and APs because the kids did well enough to get into good colleges. It was in comparison with other kids. AP scores and SAT scores are largely a matter of test-taking skill (and prep) and IQ/memory, not at all reflective of the quality of instruction. And the point that started this all off was the notion of "quality of education" -- which for many of us would be defined as NOT having to anxiously patrol our kids' "gaps" and having to "supplement," but being confident that they will emerge literate and numerate. [/quote]
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