The Man Behind the SAT Defends New Adversity Score

The video discusses the concept of an adversity score, which provides a general context for students' SAT scores based on their high school and neighborhood. This score aims to make the college admissions process fairer by highlighting students' resourcefulness. The video also covers pilot testing, transparency, implications for students, and measures to prevent college admission scandals. Additionally, it addresses the relevance of the adversity score for international students and debates the necessity of standardized tests in college admissions.

What is the purpose of the adversity score mentioned in the text?

How does the environmental context dashboard aim to make the testing process fair?

What kind of information do admissions officers receive about students?

In what way does the adversity score provide context for SAT scores?

What challenges do colleges face in collecting information about high schools and neighborhoods?

What are the implications of the adversity score for families when making decisions about education?

How does the text suggest that the adversity score can help identify talented students?