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Going Digital: Embracing the All-Digital SAT Experience
Last Updated on March 11, 2024 by Robert C. Hoopes
Students Embrace New Digital Format of Revised SAT Exam
This past weekend, students across America tackled the newly revised SAT exam, which has undergone a significant transformation. The exam has shifted to a shorter, faster, and online format, eliminating the traditional Scantron bubbles, lengthy passages, and pressure to speed-read.
One of the most noticeable changes in the new digital version of the SAT is the optional use of No. 2 pencils, with students only needing them for taking notes. Despite experiencing some technical glitches during the exams, many students have expressed positive views about the new format.
Students appreciated the shorter length of the exam, which was reduced from three hours to a little over two hours. They were also relieved by the ability to set their own pace as they worked through the questions in the digital format.
Harvey Joiner, a 17-year-old junior at Maynard H. Jackson High School in Atlanta, shared his thoughts on the new digital format, stating that it is “here to stay.” Joiner expressed that students are more comfortable with using computers for exams and believe it enhances their testing experience.
Overall, the transition to an online format for the SAT exam has been met with enthusiasm from students, who feel that it better aligns with their familiarity with technology. As educational institutions continue to adapt to the digital age, it seems that the revised SAT exam is just the beginning of a new era in standardized testing.