Questions  There has long been a debate in Taiwan over the usefulness and fairness of National College Entrance Exam in determining a student’s readiness for university study in Taiwan. The result of the debate is that the National Exam has been discontinued in favor of new tests along the lines of the American Standard Achievement Test (SAT). The tests measure problem solving rather than memorization skills, which critics of the test complained was the main thrust of the National College Entrance Exam.        In a further departure from the old system of determining college admissions, high school grades, teacher’s recommendations, involvement in extra-curricular activities, and leadership potential will carry greater weight than before. Universities will also devise their own criteria to recruit more actively, and develop strategies for using scholarship funds and other resources to attract applicants.        Some of the other changes include increased competition among institutions of higher learning, which hopefully will lead to more choices for students. As market forces come into play, universities will have to more clearly define their specific character and attract students accordingly. Also, as broader criteria or admission beyond exam results are considered, the potential for money and family influence may play an increasing role.
【題組】236.What would be the best title for this article?
(A) Taiwan’s National College Entrance Exam vs American Standard Achievement Test
(B) New Strategies Taiwan’s Universities Need
(C) The Benefits of the National College Entrance Exam
(D) Changes to University Admission Criteria in Taiwan