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The Untold History of Standardized Testing and the Necessity of Cultural Competence

The Untold History of Standardized Testing and the Necessity of Cultural Competence

In his blog, Daniel Mesa-Buitrago, a Summer 2024 Fellow working with AdmissionSquad, explores the troubling history of standardized testing and its impact on cultural competence. He sheds light on how the SAT’s origins in racist ideology persistently affect test outcomes and advocates for culturally relevant SAT prep to support equitable educational opportunities for Black and Brown communities.