Standardized Testing Historical Timeline

By zumnik
  • Introduction of standardized testing in mid 1800's

  • The use of standardized test became a common practice and over 5 million test were distributed yearly.

  • Civil right activist argued that standardized tests were prejudiced on both the basis of social status and cultural background.

  • Standardized test had more of an impact on teaching practices, this including responsibility.

  • The report "A Nation at Risk" shared global competitors in Japan and Germany had an effect on America's education system. This led to a huge increase in standardized test in the United States.

  • Current society, research shows that students in lower grades should not engage in standardized test due to both their physical and psychological development.