Education Quote by Kelly Gallagher
““Valuing reading” is often a euphemism for preparing students to pass mandated multiple-choice exams, and in dragging students down this path, schools are largely contributing to the development of readicide.””
About This Quote
Treating reading as a test‑preparation tool reduces it to a means of passing exams, harming genuine literacy.
In simple terms: Reading should be for learning, not just testing.
Key Takeaway
Promote authentic reading.
Themes
education
literacy
assessment
Mood
critical
concerned
Type
critical
observational
When to use this quote
- school curricula
- standardized testing
- teacher training
- student engagement
Key Concepts
pedagogy
critical literacy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can schools balance assessment and love of reading?
- What alternatives foster true literacy?
A Different Perspective
Some standardized assessments can still encourage deep reading.
