to sweep the SAT under the table, the UC Regents should lead an effort to make the SAT better. Also, using other methods such as essays, or a face-to-face interview would help neutralize the side effect of standardized tests. If we feel the standard testing system is broken, and it is, they should make an effort to fix it, not forget it. In general, there is a need for a national standardized test. The switch to this new standardized testing method would have to be coupled with patience from students and university administrators. For instance, should have a standardized test that provides them an opportunity to show their strengths. There are many other ways of giving a test, but what's important is what the score really reveals, one's test-skills or one's knowledge....
