Rethinking how we assess students could improve their well-being

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What happened

When you were in school, what stressed you out the most?

For many students, classroom assessments—graded tests, quizzes, group work, presentations, labs and the like—would be near the top of the list.

Key facts

  • Reported by Phys.org and published Sat, 19 Sep 2026 13:30:01 UTC.

Why it matters

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  3. Scientists simulate cosmic crashes to test whether icy moons gain or lose their ability to sustain life

  4. Loss of Y chromosome in men could be an early warning sign of cancer

  5. Rethinking how we assess students could improve their well-being

Sources

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