Diane Ravitch on Standardized Testing

During Fall Semester I stumbled upon an article by Diane Ravitch discussing Waiting for Superman.  It was the first time I had heard of Diane Ravitch.  Then in other research I came across other articles by Ravitch.  I really appreciate her views on education.  She brings to light some of the many issues in education.  This summer I would like to read her book The Death and Life of the Great American School System: How Testing and Choice Are Undermining Education.  This evening while making dinner I was fortunate enough to be able to listen to her on NPR on Fresh Air.  Its a 20 minute interview, but very interesting to listen to.  She makes some great points and I thought others might enjoy listening to it as well.  I wish more people could hear her speak!  I think it would make a big difference.