Should academic tests be banned for students under 14?

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Academic testing should be banned for under-14s.

Pros

Cons

  • Pro claim 1

    Academic testing limits what this age group can learn about.

  • Pro claim 2

    Students under 14 are too young to cope with the stress of tests.

  • Con claim 1

    Academic testing can help to identify gaps in students' learning.

  • Con claim 2

    Academic testing at this age is good preparation for important exams in the future.