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【TED-Ed】Should we get rid of standardized testing? - Arlo Kempf
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osmend posted on 2022/08/06Ever wondered if standardized tests really measure what they claim? This TED-Ed video dives deep into the history and validity of these tests, helping you understand concepts like the bell curve and percentile scores. You'll pick up some fantastic advanced vocabulary while exploring this fascinating topic!
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anxiety
US /æŋˈzaɪɪti/
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UK /æŋ'zaɪətɪ/
- Uncountable Noun
- A feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease about something that might happen, especially when the outcome is uncertain.
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US /ˈkrɪtɪkəl/
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UK /ˈkrɪtɪkl/
- Adjective
- Making a negative judgment of something
- Being important or serious; vital; dangerous
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US /ˌkɑntrəˈvɚʃəl, -siəl/
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UK /ˌkɔntrəˈvə:ʃəl/
- Adjective
- Causing a great deal of argument, or conflict
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US /ˈdɛmənˌstret/
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UK /'demənstreɪt/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To display a feeling or ability openly
- To protest about something often as a group
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