Emotional Intelligence : The Role of Transformative Learning in Academic Excellence

Emotional Intelligence : The Role of Transformative Learning in Academic Excellence - "The current emphasis on testing in Texas and nationally is supported by an assumption that achievement can be quantified by tests and then teaching and learning effectiveness can be measured by standardized tests. The research is clear regarding the limited ability of test scores to reflect actual performance. While important, a test score is only a partial statement about what a student can learn independently. A student actually can perform much more effectively when assisted by a mentor or dedicated teacher. When we evaluate the effectiveness of teaching and  learning, we simply must look beyond actual test scores."

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