MAP Testing Jan. 17 and 28th

In January, we will begin our second round of MAP testing. This round will consist of 2 computerized tests at separate times (math and reading). 

Our class is scheduled to take the MAP Reading Test on Thursday, January 17 starting at 10:20am during Media. 

Our class is scheduled to take the MAP Math Test on Monday, January 28 starting at 10:20am during Media. 

What is the MAP Test?
NWEA’s computerized tests are called Measure of Academic Progress or MAP. When taking a 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. In an optimal test, a student answers approximately half the items correctly and half incorrectly. The final score is an estimate of the student’s achievement level.

How to Help Your Child?

To help your child, please ensure they get a good night sleep the night before and a good breakfast the morning of the test. Next week, we will be talking about what the MAP test will look like as this is their first time taking a computerized standardized test in school. After the first round of testing in the fall, we will be incorporating test taking strategies throughout the year after students have gone through the process once

 

Practice at Home:

You can find the websites for your child to practice on my web page.  Have your child start practicing the reading links first.