Massachusetts state tests are leaving students unprepared for today’s information challenges
Critics argue that Massachusetts state testing requirements discourage schools from teaching media literacy, leaving students unprepared for modern information challenges.
What gets tested gets taught. Media literacy isn't tested in Massachusetts, so it isn't taught.
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