You're invited to join a GSEHD Masterclass with Dr. Tiffany-Rose Sikorski, Associate Professor of Curriculum and Pedagogy, on "Kids Know More than These Tests Show."

We've all seen the headlines that warn of low test scores and falling science achievement in the United States. In this Master Class, you’ll learn to go beyond the headlines and seek out exactly what these tests are measuring, how they are scored, and why students are getting questions wrong. Using the example of the National Assessment of Educational Progress, we'll examine how students' scientifically accurate answers are overlooked or marked wrong because of rigid scoring guides. By highlighting these "false negatives," we discuss how to better value student sensemaking and improve the way we measure science achievement.

If you have any questions, please reach out to education@gwu.edu.