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FCAT 2.0 Night

Mrs. Pepin and Mrs. Cohen January 30, 2014. FCAT 2.0 Night. The Elementary Vision. To provide graduating fifth grade students the firm foundational academic background they need to become successful independent learners in middle school. The Elementary Experience.

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FCAT 2.0 Night

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  1. Mrs. Pepin and Mrs. Cohen January 30, 2014 FCAT 2.0 Night

  2. The Elementary Vision • To provide graduating fifth grade students the firm foundational academic background they need to become successful independent learners in middle school.

  3. The Elementary Experience Elementary school is the beginning of a very long and rewarding educational process that will prepare your child for success.

  4. The Elementary Experience You can help us on this journey by making sure that your child: ~ Gets plenty of sleep. ~ Has a good breakfast, and lunch. ~ Your child is exposed to reading in the home. ~ Has a pre-determined amount of time dedicated to completing homework after school. ~ Work with your child daily. ~ Practice their skills and facts.

  5. The Elementary Experience You can help us on this journey by making sure that your child: ~ Is in school on time…..all day…..everyday. ~ Has a dedicated place to complete homework. ~ Knows that his/her parents and teachers are working together as a team for his/her education. ~ Knows that education is the most important thing they can do for themselves right now!

  6. FCAT 2.0

  7. FCAT 2.0 The primary purpose of the FCAT 2.0 criterion-referenced tests is to assess student achievement of the high-order thinking skills represented in the Next Generation Sunshine State Standards (NGSSS) for Reading, Writing, Mathematics, and Science. The Florida Department of Education (FDOE) has fully transitioned from the FCAT to the FCAT 2.0 to align with the current student academic content standards. The FCAT 2.0 measures student achievement of the NGSSS in reading, mathematics, science, and writing. The transition began in 2011 with FCAT 2.0 Reading and Mathematics, continued in 2012 with the administration of FCAT 2.0 Science, and is now complete with the administration of the Spring 2013 FCAT 2.0 Writing assessment.

  8. FCAT Dates • April 14 and April 15 – FCAT 2.0 Reading • April 17 and April 18 – FCAT 2.0 Science • Computer based testing starts on April 28– FCAT 2.0 Math • Computer based online testing – The schedule will be given when we get closer to testing. Classes will be testing on different days.

  9. Question Formats • • Selected-response questions appear at all grade levels on FCAT 2.0 Reading, Mathematics, and Science. Students choose the best answer from four answer choices. • • Gridded-response and fill-in response questions appear on FCAT 2.0 Mathematics assessments in grades 4-8. Students enter their answers on response grids or type their answers in answer boxes.

  10. Achievement Levels The Achievement Levels define the level of success a student has with the NGSSS on the FCAT 2.0 and Florida EOC Assessments. • Level 5 Students at this level demonstrate mastery of the most challenging content of the Next Generation Sunshine State Standards. • Level 4 Students at this level demonstrate an above satisfactory level of success with the challenging content of the Next Generation Sunshine State Standards. • Level 3 Students at this level demonstrate a satisfactory level of success with the challenging content of the Next Generation Sunshine State Standards. • Level 2 Students at this level demonstrate a below satisfactory level of success with the challenging content of the Next Generation Sunshine State Standards. • Level 1 Students at this level demonstrate an inadequate level of success with the challenging content of the Next Generation Sunshine State Standards.

  11. understanding Purpose of Standards and FCAT • To increase depth, understanding, process skills, and proficiency • To lead to mastery of concepts and skills covering

  12. Factors that Affect Test Performance (Guthrie, 2002)

  13. Reading FCAT 2.0

  14. Reading FCAT 2.0 Categories

  15. FCAT vs. FCAT 2.0 (Reading) • The FCAT 2.0 Reading assessments in grades 3-10 will include a greater number of reading passages from the public domain, such as historical documents and works by classical authors.(e.g. Bill of Rights, Twain, etc.) • FCAT 2.0 tests will not have any performance task items ONLY multiple-choice items. • The FCAT 2.0 Reading assessments in grades 3-10 will include a greater number of test items that require reasonable inferences and reasonable prior knowledge.

  16. FCAT Reading Content

  17. Types of Reading Text Literary passages provide entertainment or inspiration and include fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and drama. Informational passages are subject-matter centered and the language may be used to solve problems, raise questions, provide information, or present new ideas. The context of these passages includes everyday life outside of the classroom.

  18. Literary Text Examples

  19. Informational Text

  20. Length of Passages

  21. Independent Reading (AR, home)Why is it important? Adapted from Anderson, Wilson, Fielding, 1988

  22. Reading Examples • Sample test books are posted at this website: http://fcat.fldoe.org/fcat2/fcatitem.asp

  23. Math FCAT 2.0

  24. FCAT vs. FCAT 2.0 (Math) • Fewer benchmarks per grade level. • Benchmarks are grade level specific. • Depth, length, and rigor have been increased. • The process is as important as the answer. • No more short and long response. • The test will be all online for math.

  25. Examples of NGSSS Changes

  26. FCAT 2.0 Mathematics Reporting Categories

  27. Math Examples • Sample test books are posted at this website: http://fcat.fldoe.org/fcat2/fcatitem.asp

  28. Science FCAT 2.0

  29. Science FCAT • Vocabulary knowledge is essential. • Students must have a concrete understanding of the scientific method. • Students must know how to read graphs, charts, data, and diagrams. • Student must apply knowledge of science concepts taught throughout K-5. • The next slide shows all of the vocabulary words from grade K-5 that will appear on the 5th grade FCAT 2.0 Science test.

  30. Science FCAT

  31. Science FCAT

  32. Science Examples • Sample test books are posted at this website: http://fcat.fldoe.org/fcatitem.asp • Additional helpful Science websites: • www.fcatexplorer.com • www.thinkcentral.com (for additional reading of Science content) • www.brainpop.com

  33. Tips & Resources FCAT 2.0

  34. What can kids do?Clues For Performing Well on the FCAT • Learn how to answer each type of question. • For multiple choice questions, read each question carefully and think about the answer from the choices provided. • Answer questions you are sure about first. If a question seems too hard, skip it and go back to that question later. • There is no penalty for guesses. Therefore, it is best to try to answer all questions, even if you are not sure of the correct answer.

  35. What can kids do?Clues For Performing Well on the FCAT • Think positively. Some questions may seem hard, but you may be able to figure out how to respond if you read the question carefully a second time. • Be sure to completely fill in the answer bubbles in your test book or answer document. Do not make any stray marks around the answer spaces. • Check to make sure the test question number matches the answer choice number on the answer sheet.

  36. What can parents do? • Ensure students: • Read extensively to build text knowledge and fluency • Read for longer periods of time • Read longer texts • Read texts that are linked to the curriculum • Build background knowledge and vocabulary • Read self-selected texts related to the content unit being studied • Encourage children to work on FCAT Explorer.

  37. What can parents do? • Include your child in real world math situations. • Assist student with math homework. • Use www.thinkcentral.com resources for background knowledge and tutorials. • Go on Reading Plus daily to practice reading skills. • Continue to reinforce basic math facts.

  38. What can parents do? • When talking with your child, ask for details. Examples: What were you doing? What were you thinking? What were you feeling? What were other people doing? Describe the scene. • Journaling with your- child write notes back and forth. • Please show interest and point out any improvements on writing that comes home. • Share any writing you do with your child. Tell them what you think about or do if you “get writer’s block.” • Reading and writing go hand in hand . As reading improves, writing follows. Read with your child.

  39. FCAT 2.0 Resources • All FCAT material can be accessed here: http://fcat.fldoe.org/fcatpub2.asp • FCAT 2.0 Test Item Specifications are here: http://fcat.fldoe.org/fcatis01.asp • Sample test books are posted at this website: http://fcat.fldoe.org/fcatsmpl.asp • FCAT Explorer: www.fcatexplorer.com Great reading Practice: • Reading Plus www.readingplus.com

  40. Thank You FCAT 2.0

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