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I plan to improve the Standardized test page by adding sources to the Advantages section and the Disadvantages and Criticisms section. The neutrality of this page is disputed and I think I can improve it by adding sources to those two sections, as they are the most likely to be opinionated parts of the article.
(1) After the last sentence in the first paragraph of the Advantages section, there could be an example of an international benchmark test that compares students across the world with a cited source comparing national scores. (2) Similarly, an example of standardized test that aggregates level of mastery (the PARCC exam) can be inserted in the second paragraph. (3) I also plan to find a source that demonstrates how previous exams are tailored to race or socioeconomic status (SES) and how standardized tests are not. (4) I can add to the advantages section with sources from my own research on the efficiency and effectiveness of standardized tests to even out the length of the two sections a bit. (5) I also plan to add links to other Wikipedia articles where possible. I will move a paragraph from the disadvantages section to the advantages section that showcases supporters's responses to criticisms. (6) I will provide an account of a supporter of standardized tests like those provided in the Disadvantages and Criticisms section.
(7) In the Disadvantages and Criticisms section, I can add a source to the claim of negative consequences of misuse of standardized tests. (8) The last sentence of the first paragraph is a little confusing so I can edit that for clarity. (9) The first paragraph starts with a biased statement, so I can find testimonials to support and explain this viewpoint without presenting the argument in a biased manner. (10) I will add links to the Wikipedia test anxiety page in the appropriate paragraph. (11) In the two cases where citations are required, I will either rewrite the paragraph to eliminate the sentences that are not backed up or find corresponding citations. (12) I will find sources regarding the pressure on teachers, perhaps related to Governor Chris Christie's model for education.