January 30-February 10
What is Map Testing?
MAP, or the Measure of Academic Progress, is a computerized adaptive test which helps teachers, parents, and administrators improve learning for all students and make informed decisions to promote a child's academic growth.
When will my student be tested and how often?
During the first weeks of school, students will participate in two MAP testing sessions to assess Reading and Mathematics. When taking the MAP test, the difficulty of each question is based on how well a student answers all the previous questions. As the student answers correctly, questions become more difficult. If the student answers incorrectly, the questions become easier. Although the tests are not timed, it usually takes students about one hour to complete each test. Students will repeat the tests two more times during the year to continually assess student progress and adapt learning as needed. The mid-year test is a shortened version.
Do all students in the same grade take the same test?
No. This assessment is designed to target a student's academic performance in mathematics, reading, and science. These tests are tailored to an individual's current achievement level. This gives each student a fair opportunity to show what he or she knows and can do. Because the computer adjusts the difficulty of the questions as the test progresses, each student takes a unique test.
What are the MAP test results used for?
MAP is used to measure a student's progress or growth in school. The testing information is important to teachers because it indicates a student's strengths are and help that is needed in any specific areas. Teachers can use this information to help them guide instruction in the classroom.
If you have any more questions regarding Map Testing, please feel free to contact Ms. Church or a Staff!
How to prepare for testing....
•Get plenty of sleep (at least 8-10 hours of sleep. Children who are tired are less able to pay attention or stay focus.)
•Eat a good breakfast! (Cold cereal, more fiber the better!, fresh fruits, boiled eggs, yogurt with fruits, scambled eggs, avacado toast, fruit smoothies, oatmeal)
•Practice reading, handwriting, challenge yourself!
•Drink plenty of water
•Pray
