Cancelling of SSAT results sounds alarm

THE UPPER LEVEL Secondary School Admission Test results for a total of 357 students, who took the tests in Beijing and Shanghai on Sept 19, were canceled by the SSAT Board who claimed there is reasonable basis to question the validity of the test scores. Comments:

In an exam-oriented education environment, many in the education system have blindly pursued high exam scores, instead of realizing the true value of exams and knowledge. While feeling shocked at the cancellation, those involved perhaps should take a second thought about how to return fairness and real meaning to similar tests and moreover, cultivate a healthier education environment.

Rednet.cn, Oct 22