Is there any data about how much more likely wealthy kids are to get extra time on standardized tests? I'd imagine it's a significant advantage.
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Right, exactly. Though I wonder how widespread this all is.
@mpershan
The testing to qualify for extra time on SATs and all test require a very expensive edu testing report, sometime $2000 - $8000. Only the wealthy can afford this kind of testing and much of the testing is for ex time as the majority of educational testing happens in high school.
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I'm not saying grades are perfect admissions criteria but the idea that these high-stakes tests are just wonderful levelers of opportunity is absolutely absurd.
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@mpershan
I agree that's an interesting question, but some studies suggest extended time has minimal effect - particularly for students without SLDs. (Cawthon, et al. (2009). Multiple Constructs and the Effects of Accommodations...)
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@mpershan
I’ve been wondering recently about the percentage of students, by family income bracket, that receive paid tutoring services of some kind.
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