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MAP TEST

MAP TEST. Parents’ Guide. Frequently asked questions ?. What is the MAP / NWEA Assessment ? What is RIT ? What is the RIT Range score /DES CARTES ? Can parents receive the MAP Test scores? What subjects does the MAP assess? How long does it take to complete a test?

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MAP TEST

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  1. MAP TEST Parents’ Guide

  2. Frequently asked questions ? • What is the MAP / NWEA Assessment ? • What is RIT ? • What is the RIT Range score /DES CARTES ? • Can parents receive the MAP Test scores? • What subjects does the MAP assess? • How long does it take to complete a test? • When will my child be tested and how often? • Do all students in the same grade take the same test? • How does the school use the MAP results? • What are some ways that I can help my child prepare for this test ? • What are the policies and regulations taken if my child didn’t attend the TEST? • Can the school provide us with some training websites? • How can a parent contact the school if there is any inquiry?

  3. MAPMEANS: M easures of A cademic P rogress

  4. NWEA NorthWestEvaluationAssociation www.nwea.org

  5. Can be offered in many subjects like in science, social studies , Language ,Reading and Mathematics , but the school started presenting the Test in ;Reading, Language Usage, and Mathematics. • Can be offered –Four times a year in seasons : • Fall • Winter • Spring • Summer - But the school has selected seasons Fall, Winter and Spring.

  6. The following table shows the MAP Test dates for the current year 2014-2015: N.B: Any updates regarding the MAP Dates will be announced and posted on the School’s Official Website .

  7. MAP Test is Computerized No two tests will be the same. Based on the Common Core State Standards

  8. How long does it take to complete a test? -It usually takes students about one hour to complete each MAP test, but the school gives each student one hour and a half to complete each test. The purpose is improvement of learning.

  9. What is a RIT SCORE ? • NWEA uses RIT scale to show student’s progress in Mathematics , Reading and Language . • RIT is a score related to specific skills to be covered.

  10. RaschunITor (RIT) Scale isthe same likethe growth chart Like using a ruler to measure a child's growth in height, we use the RIT scale to measure a student’s academic progress over time.

  11. RIT Scale RIT RANGE

  12. Example of a student’s overall RIT score • Example of a student’s overall RIT score

  13. Des Cartes presents the subject’s Goals, under each goal ,there are specific skills. Introduce Develop Enhance

  14. Skills and concepts of the RIT range that students are ready to learn now. Skills and concepts of the RIT range that students are able to retain and maintain. Skills and concepts of the RIT range that students may be ready to learn soon. DES CARTES : Enhance Develop Introduce

  15. What is a DES Cartes ? 1- It’s a tool to translate student’s RIT score to skills. 2- Helps teachers to find more suitable teaching materials for each student. 3- A source for Development ,or program revision . 4- Is divided into goals ,under each goal there are specific skills to each subject.

  16. Map scores will be sent to parents representing the RIT scores and the RIT Ranges for each subject. Can parents receive the MAP Test scores? • Each subject is displayed within the Goals and Skills that needs to be enhanced ,developed or introduced.

  17. The goals and skills in each tested subject area Math Goals Language Goals Reading Goals

  18. DES CARTES Ranges website • A parent Will have access to check the DES CARTES Ranges for each subject that matches his/her child’s skills through the uploaded PDF files .

  19. How does the school use the MAP results ? -They keep track of progress. - Let teachers know where a student's strengths are and if help is needed in any specific areas. Teachers use this information to help them guide instruction in the classroom. Teachers collect and analyze those skills and set an action plan for improvement

  20. What are some ways that I can help my child prepare for this test ? Reading and Language : • Parents are important to children both as role models and as supporters of their efforts. • Establish one evening a week for reading (instead of television viewing). • Make time for the library. Provide books and magazines for your child to read at home. By reading new materials, a child learns new words that might appear on a test. • Encourage activities that require reading — for example, cooking (reading a recipe), constructing a kite (reading directions). • Talk to your child and encourage him or her to engage in conversation using English Language .

  21. Mathematics : • It's also important to show how we use math’s skills in our everyday lives and to involve your child in this. Ex: Take your child shopping and talk about the quantities of anything you buy. Let your child handle money and work out how much things cost. • Involve older children in projects that incorporate geometric and algebraic concepts such as planting a garden, building a bookshelf, or figuring how long it will take to drive to your family vacation destination. 69% 88% 82%

  22. The school will provide the following websites for training : Mathematics • www.aaamath.com • www.coolmath.comwww.funbrain.com • www.aplusmath.com • www.mathforum.org/dr.math/ • www.mathleague.com/help/help.htm • www.edhelper.com • http://www.linnmar.k12.ia.us/schools/westfield/westweb/NWEA_Math_RIT_Sites.html Language Arts/Reading • www.funbrain.com • www.merriam-webster.com • www.vocabulary.com • www.superkids.com/aweb/tools/words • www.lexile.com .

  23. MAP Test’s Policy and regulations 1- No absence is allowed during the test weeks as it will affect students marks in their Participation of their Assessment . 2- Students should take in the responsibility while being tested on the Test day ,MAP program is designed to identify how much time did the student spend while taking the test. Students must choose the responses accurately and take time to think before selecting any answers . 3-In case of a student who did not adhere to the test rules and made random fast choices , his/her scores will be invalid and the system will shut down the screen automatically . Consequently ,this student won’t be given one more chance to retake this test .

  24. 4- According to the previous case ,the continuation to enhance your child's progress and skills will be affected ,moreover, teachers won’t be able to know your child’s needs in whether to learn or develop a new skill. Regulations : A) 1 Mark Deduction : if being absent or taking test irresponsibly B) Any absent student with NO certified medical report will be charged a penalty . (details are to be found in the school’s contract).

  25. Log into the website to view our available guidance and support :

  26. To be able to contact us , send any inquiry to the following :

  27. Created by the MAP Team

  28. THANK YOU!

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