Transition of SAT to All-Digital Format

SOURCE npr.org
The SAT, a college admissions exam, has transitioned to an all-digital format with shorter test times and digital tools. The change aims to make cheating harder and grading easier. Some colleges have reinstated the test requirement, emphasizing its importance in the admissions process despite a trend towards test-optional policies.

Key Points

  • Shorter test times and digital tools implemented in the new SAT format
  • Transition to online testing due to students' familiarity with digital devices
  • Some colleges have reinstated the test requirement despite a move towards test-optional policies

Pros

  • Digital format makes cheating harder and grading easier
  • Students feel more confident taking tests digitally

Cons

  • Some students may feel additional pressure to do well on the test
  • Relevance of SAT in college admissions process is being questioned