Students

=**Students' Perspectives**= //(Please add a Pro or Con: edit the text by clicking the **Edit** tab in the top right corner, making changes on the page, and then clicking the **Save** button in the tool bar.)//

**Pros**

 * allows students to show what they know
 * offers students a chance to refine test taking skills
 * gives them a sense of closure and accomplishment (does it?)
 * It is private. The marks are mailed home. I don't have to present or perform in front of the class.
 * It doesn't count on my report card.

**Cons**

 * puts pressure on students to perform
 * promotes comparisons between students / ranks students
 * discounts important skills necessary in 'real life' application of skills to accomplish a larger project or goal
 * Might not be given in a format that aligns with how a student learns best or can demonstrate their knowledge (emphasized a certain type of learning style while excluding other learning styles)
 * by focusing on a particular knowledge base ("marginalizes subjects"), there is potential to overlook and exclude other areas of student interest
 * takes time away from other things I like to do at school
 * I can't remember a thing when I open up that test booklet!
 * I stayed up all night studying for the finals in high school!