Why perfect grades don't matter
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Most American students strive for a 4.0 GPA and the highest test scores, but research shows that this quest for perfection actually discourages creativity and reduces academic risk-taking. In this episode of “School Myths” by The Atlantic, Alice Roth investigates why grades aren’t everything when it comes to education.
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Despite an emphasis on perfect grades, research has shown it may not be the biggest predictor for success — a thought to help ease your mind on your next exam.
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