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There is no evidence that the SAT is a function of practice and training, and a lot of evidence that training has only a small impact on SAT scores. See, for e
by mediaman 4y ago
There is no evidence that the SAT is a function of practice and training, and a lot of evidence that training has only a small impact on SAT scores.
See, for example: https://nepc.colorado.edu/sites/default/files/Briggs_Theeffectofadmissionstestpreparation.pdf https://nepc.colorado.edu/sites/default/files/Briggs_Theeffe...
https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Benjamin_Domingue/publication/228337033_Using_Linear_Regression_and_Propensity_Score_Matching_to_Estimate_the_Effect_of_Coaching_on_the_SAT/links/5486ec840cf268d28f06a133.pdf https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Benjamin_Domingue/publi...
These controlled studies show an impact of something like 10-35 points from coaching and other prep.
- burkaman 4y agoI didn't really mean SAT-specific coaching or practice tests, I meant more general practice and training as a result of your education. Like if you grew up in a rich neighborhood, on average you probably had better training on SAT-related skills over your 10 years of school, a better environment to practice those skills, etc.