Replacing MCAs: Algorithms to Predict, Adjust 6-12 Scholars' Flukes, Wobbles, and Trends in Learning (Twin Cities specific)
Many educators and parents rightly argue that MCA assessments fail to capture the full brilliance and potential of each student. If these scores are unreliable measures of learning, then school and district leaders have a responsibility to adopt more precise, classroom-based systems for identifying student success and struggle. It is no longer acceptable to rely on outdated, one-size-fits-all tests. The time is now to leverage technology, specifically, adaptive algorithms, to monitor real-time progress, diagnose learning patterns, and ensure every student receives the support they need to succeed. Anything less is educational malpractice. By Don Allen, Ed.S., M.A. Ed., MAT - Journal of A Black Teacher (2025) In the data-rich but insight-poor school systems of today, leaders of school districts need to adopt technology to monitor and assist student learning from grades 6 to 12. The stakes are too significant to depend on conventional grading or antiquated assessments such as the MC...