Reply #5: I think I did. [View All]

[Pale Blue Dot]

I cared about the students, and I think (I hope) that that played a huge role (and I don't think it can be faked). But I also focused my lessons NOT on the tests, but on the concepts on the tests that I believe are important to learn whether one is tested on it or not. And I never once said "We're learning this today because it's going to be on the test."

I still think standardized tests are the wrong way to go in our schools, but tonight I'm going to enjoy the success.