nanraj Posted September 25, 2009 Share Posted September 25, 2009 Hi, Are there practice tests that can be taken at home for these computer based adaptive tests or MAP tests. Thanks, Nan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jill Posted September 27, 2009 Share Posted September 27, 2009 Our district uses the following company and they have "Student Directions" and things that might be helpful to someone: http://www.nwea.org/support/search/category%3A100?page=1 Maybe you could check the site of the testing org your district uses. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cylau Posted September 28, 2009 Share Posted September 28, 2009 I found a sample test somewhere on the internet. Here it is: http://legacysupport.nwea.org/assessments/ritcharts.asp There are 2 different MAP tests now. One is K-1, the other is 2nd grade and up. The sample test items on that site is only for the 2nd grade and up. I hope that's what you are looking for. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt_Uhura Posted September 28, 2009 Share Posted September 28, 2009 Can you only take the MAP test through a school? Thanks, Capt_Uhura Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jill Posted September 28, 2009 Share Posted September 28, 2009 This math practice site seems to have the grade levels broken down into each skill. I could see where this would be a good practice site to use for a while before doing MAP: http://www.ixl.com/ Capt - I wish I could answer you since you've been so helpful to me in the past. the nwea.org site does not seem to offer an individual sign up. I suspect you would have to contact your district. The next time I have them on the phone (nwea that is, I have been assisting with the computer set-up here), I will ask if there is any option. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt_Uhura Posted September 29, 2009 Share Posted September 29, 2009 I called them and looks like I have to call a neighboring district and see if they will let DS test with them. I really like the idea of a growth model test w/ high ceilings. I hope I can get him tested. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jill Posted October 2, 2009 Share Posted October 2, 2009 I am currently pondering what to expect in growth. DS just finished testing yesterday and his prelim scores put him at beginning, middle or end of 4th grade, one or two 5th, in LA and Math depending on the skill but science he comes in at 6th grade, beginning of year. I feel a bit concerned about how would he show growth when he is already a couple grades ahead or more. I'm not going to push hard for big leaps, he's doing fine. The teacher we're working with assures me that a point or two of growth might be all we will see in 4 months so we shall see. I have figured since he will have to test next year in our state as per homeschool laws here, being used to a "testing" environment would be a fine thing yet I have a slight feeling of having painted myself into a corner also. I also want standardized results on paper for him so if he wants to apply to the Belin-Blank programs next summer, he will have documentation (which I have mentioned before, haven't I? I repeat myself...) But I will just have to see what happens regarding growth. I'm yammering on about this in case such feelings would influence anyone considering doing MAP tests. And do you think his high score is simply the result of general public school standards for science being so low? That was giving my sister and me a laugh last night! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt_Uhura Posted October 3, 2009 Share Posted October 3, 2009 You're going to test again in 4 months? I wonder if the closer you get to the ceiling, the less growth you'll see. Isn't the ceiling about 8th grade? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jill Posted October 3, 2009 Share Posted October 3, 2009 (edited) I think it's in about 4 month's time. The point is to see where growth is _not_ happening so you can shore up those areas. Obviously a good way to target areas where skills are low. Good question about ceiling. I don't know. Will post if I find out... I should also check and see if I could just wait till the end of the school year to test again - if the district is doing it then. 4 months is awfully soon now that you reflect it back to me. They might cooperate on that since ds is already ahead in all tested areas... Edited October 3, 2009 by Jill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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