Transcript Measures of Academic Progress (MAP)

Measures of Academic
Progress
(MAP)
A Guide for
Parents
What is MAP?
MAP (Measures of Academic
Progress) are computerized, adaptive
achievement tests in mathematics and
reading given to students in grades 210.
How does a MAP test work?
When taking a MAP test, the difficulty of each
question is based on how well a student has
answered all the questions up to that point.
As the student answers correctly, the questions
become more difficult. If the student answers
incorrectly, the questions become easier.
On most tests, a student answers about half the
items correctly and half incorrectly.
The final score is an estimate of the student’s
achievement level.
How long does it take to
complete a test?
Although the tests are not timed, it
usually takes students about one hour
to complete each test.
When will my student be tested
and how often?
Students in Hardin County Schools
will test in the fall and in the spring
this year.
Do all students in the same
grade take the same test?
No. MAP tests are designed to target
a student’s individual achievement
level. The computer adjusts the
difficulty of the questions so that
each student takes a unique test. This
gives each student a fair opportunity
to show what he or she knows and can
do.
What are these tests used for?
The results of MAP tests are used to
measure your student’s progress in reading
and math.
The teachers will use these test scores to
keep track of growth in these areas. MAP
tests let the teachers know where a
student’s strengths are and if help is
needed in any specific areas.
Teachers will use this information to help
them guide instruction in the classroom.
What does the MAP test look
like?
The following slides will show you
sample items from the reading and
the math tests.
This is sample math item.
Notice the calculator at the bottom. It
will appear for some items.
This is a sample reading
item.
What can I do to prepare my
child for MAP testing?
Make sure that your child arrives at school
on time and is well rested.
Ensure that your child either eats
breakfast at home or arrives at school in
time to eat breakfast. Students who are
tired and/or hungry are less able to pay
attention in class or to handle the demands
of a test.
Encourage your child to do their best on
the test.
Thank you for your support!
Hardin County Schools is very
excited about beginning this new
program that focuses on each
student’s individual progress and
needs. By partnering together,
we can help all our students
achieve to their highest level.