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Hot Topic: Regents Not Mandatory for Graduation

Jun 14, 2024

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Alan J. Singer

Professor of Education Alan Singer spoke to WNYW-TV Fox 5 about a move to make the Regents exams optional in New York.



“I agree younger students are over-tested, but I don’t think they’re being over-tested in high school,” said Dr. Singer. “The exams shouldn’t be abandoned until after assessments are developed.”


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Professor of Teaching, Learning and Technology

Alan Singer specializes in social studies education and United States history.

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