He already turned it down.

 

Non-issue.

i was thinking Reggie when i clicked on the thread...

very confusing, haha.

My teachers in HS spent wayyyy too much time getting kids ready for the FCAT, particularly my math teachers. I think it's hurting more than helping.

 

I had the exact same experience. We spent more time preparing for the FCAT than actually learning.

The FCAT is a complete joke. I finished that test with flying colors in only a couple of minutes it seemed. If you can't pass that test, you've got some big problems.

 

I will be very happy once Bush is out of office.

 

 

If kids can't pass that test, then the schools may need to work harder to prepare their students with basic knowledge. Makes sense to me.

 

For christ's sake (sorry Jesus), you guys are reaching right now.

 

Bush has done a fine job as gov. Except all some schools teach is the FCAT.

 

Thats the big problem from what I remember, though it was a long time ago. I recall what my HS did to get more kids to pass the FCAT-teach them how to pass the FCAT. Doesnt make the kids smarter or more effective at the basics. Ironic that they arent learning to think.

The FCAT is a complete joke. I finished that test with flying colors in only a couple of minutes it seemed. If you can't pass that test, you've got some big problems.

 

I will be very happy once Bush is out of office.

 

 

If kids can't pass that test, then the schools may need to work harder to prepare their students with basic knowledge. Makes sense to me.

 

For christ's sake (sorry Jesus), you guys are reaching right now.

 

Bush has done a fine job as gov. Except all some schools teach is the FCAT.

 

Thats the big problem from what I remember, though it was a long time ago. I recall what my HS did to get more kids to pass the FCAT-teach them how to pass the FCAT. Doesnt make the kids smarter or more effective at the basics. Ironic that they arent learning to think.

 

If you ask me, its probably best for kids to not know how to think for themselves. Prepares them for the likely 8 to 5 cubicle job they are going to have.

The FCAT is a complete joke. I finished that test with flying colors in only a couple of minutes it seemed. If you can't pass that test, you've got some big problems.

 

I will be very happy once Bush is out of office.

 

 

If kids can't pass that test, then the schools may need to work harder to prepare their students with basic knowledge. Makes sense to me.

 

For christ's sake (sorry Jesus), you guys are reaching right now.

 

Bush has done a fine job as gov. Except all some schools teach is the FCAT.

 

Thats the big problem from what I remember, though it was a long time ago. I recall what my HS did to get more kids to pass the FCAT-teach them how to pass the FCAT. Doesnt make the kids smarter or more effective at the basics. Ironic that they arent learning to think.

 

If you ask me, its probably best for kids to not know how to think for themselves. Prepares them for the likely 8 to 5 cubicle job they are going to have.

:lol good point

LOL no thanks Bush would probaly come up with a sorry ass idea like the FCAT "you must get atleast a 25 or higher on your logic test in order to make it in the NFL"

 

and plus the FCAT is a big joke it takes more time out of better stuff like History and Science and the test doesnt even look good on a college application.

I personally have no problem taking the FCAT, but my problem is that some school's are mandated to teach FCAT specific materials... entire workbooks dedicated completely to materials. Also, like others have said, for what is really supposed to be a measure of scholastic aptitude, or what has been taught, teachers spend a lot of time teaching "FCAT Test Taking Strategies". Teachers have complained because not only do they have to do this, but they also must work on their assigned curriculums.

As for FCAT Writes! that is a tremendous joke. Students are taught how to write "cookie cutter" essays where ever essay is essentially the same. For those that aren't familar... it is basically a 5 paragraph essay with a beginning, 3 "supporting" paragraphs, and a conclusion. English teachers have to promote this kind of structured writing for 3/4 of the year which really stunts some kids' interests in writing.